The resolution, introduced on February 14, 2025, requests the Division of Highways to name bridge number 36-28-24.07, known locally as the Mouth of Seneca Bridge in Pendleton County, as the "U.S. Merchant Marine J. Ward Teter Memorial Bridge." This naming honors J. Ward Teter, a notable figure from West Virginia who served in the Merchant Marines and made significant contributions to the asphalt paving industry over a career spanning nearly six decades. Teter was recognized for developing a mathematical factor that improved the accuracy of asphalt usage calculations, a method still in use today.

The resolution highlights Teter's life, including his early years in West Virginia, his service in the Merchant Marines, and his dedication to both farming and paving. It also notes his passion for classic cars, particularly the late 1950s Thunderbirds. Following his passing in February 2023, the resolution aims to establish a lasting memorial to commemorate Teter's contributions to the state and country. The Division of Highways is requested to create and install signs identifying the bridge with its new name, and the Clerk of the House is tasked with forwarding a copy of the resolution to the Commissioner of the Division of Highways.