Pennsylvania SB 832: An Act designating the western roundabout on State Route 1001 at the intersection of New Britain Road and South Easton Road in Doylestown Township, Bucks County, as the Blue Star Family Tribute Roundabout; and designating the eastern roundabout on State Route 1001 at the intersection of New Britain Road and Sauerman Road in Doylestown Township, Bucks County, as the Gold Star Family Tribute Roundabout.

Bill Text

PRINTER'S NO. 900
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
SENATE BILL
No. 832
Session of
2025
INTRODUCED BY SANTARSIERO, PENNYCUICK, COSTA, CAPPELLETTI, VOGEL
AND TARTAGLIONE, JUNE 4, 2025
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION, JUNE 4, 2025
AN ACT
Designating the western roundabout on State Route 1001 at the
intersection of New Britain Road and South Easton Road in
Doylestown Township, Bucks County, as the Blue Star Family
Tribute Roundabout; and designating the eastern roundabout on
State Route 1001 at the intersection of New Britain Road and
Sauerman Road in Doylestown Township, Bucks County, as the
Gold Star Family Tribute Roundabout.
The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
hereby enacts as follows:
Section 1. Blue Star Family Tribute Roundabout.
(a) Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as
follows:
(1) The Blue Star Family designation honors families
with a member currently serving in the United States Armed
Forces, symbolizing their sacrifice and commitment to the
nation.
(2) Bucks County has a strong tradition of military
service, with many residents actively serving in the United
States Armed Forces, earning their families the Blue Star
designation.
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(3) Designating a roundabout in Doylestown Township as
the Blue Star Family Tribute Roundabout recognizes the
ongoing contributions and sacrifices of these families within
the community.
(4) This designation serves as a lasting tribute to
inspire community gratitude and support for military
families.
(b) Designation.--The western roundabout on State Route 1001
at the intersection of New Britain Road and South Easton Road in
Doylestown Township, Bucks County, is designated the Blue Star
Family Tribute Roundabout.
(c) Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and
maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the roundabout
on the major approaches to the roundabout.
Section 2. Gold Star Family Tribute Roundabout.
(a) Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as
follows:
(1) The Gold Star Family designation recognizes families
who have lost a loved one in military service, representing
the ultimate sacrifice made for the freedoms enjoyed by all
Americans.
(2) Bucks County is home to families who have endured
the profound loss of a service member, earning the Gold Star
designation.
(3) Designating a roundabout in Doylestown Township as
the Gold Star Family Tribute Roundabout honors the memory of
fallen service members and the enduring strength of their
families.
(4) This designation provides a permanent memorial to
foster community reflection on the sacrifices of Gold Star
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Families.
(b) Designation.--The eastern roundabout on State Route 1001
at the intersection of New Britain Road and Sauerman Road in
Doylestown Township, Bucks County, is designated the Gold Star
Family Tribute Roundabout.
(c) Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and
maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the roundabout
on the major approaches to the roundabout.
Section 3. Effective date.
This act shall take effect in 60 days.
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