This bill designates State Highway Route 10 as the American Legion Memorial Highway in honor of the contributions and services of the American Legion, particularly during World War I. The American Legion, established in 1919, is a prominent organization of U.S. war veterans that has played a significant role in advocating for veterans' rights and benefits. The designation aims to recognize the ongoing support the American Legion provides to veterans and service members, with a notable presence in New Jersey, where it has over 30,000 members and more than 250 posts.
To implement this designation, the bill stipulates that no state or public funds will be used for the production, purchase, or erection of signs indicating the highway's new name. Instead, the Commissioner of Transportation is authorized to accept gifts, grants, or financial assistance from private sources to cover these costs. Additionally, the bill requires that an agreement be established with a responsible party before any work or funding can commence for the signs. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.