Senate Bill No. 50, introduced by Senator Fesi, designates the Bayou Dularge Bascule Bridge, which connects to Louisiana Highway 315 in Terrebonne Parish, as the "Elward T. Brady, Jr. Memorial Bridge." The bill outlines that the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is responsible for erecting and maintaining appropriate signage for this designation, contingent upon the receipt of local or private funds that cover the department's actual costs for materials, fabrication, mounting posts, and installation, with a maximum limit of $750 per sign. Additionally, if sufficient funds are available, signage will also be placed on either side of the bridge for better visibility to crossing watercraft.
The bill is set to take effect on August 1, 2026, and includes provisions that ensure the costs associated with the signage do not exceed the specified amount. Technical amendments were made during the Senate floor discussions to refine the language of the bill.