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House urges naming West Valley Highway for former Gov. Norman H. Bangerter
Summary
House Joint Resolution 8, asking the Utah Transportation Commission to designate the West Valley Highway as the Norman H. Bangerter Highway, passed after floor debate about precedent and fiscal impact; vote was 50–21.
Representative Kelly C. Atkinson introduced House Joint Resolution 8 to urge the Utah Transportation Commission to designate the West Valley Highway the Norman H. Bangerter Highway in recognition of the former governor’s role in securing funding. Atkinson said Governor Bangerter secured approximately $55,000,000 in state funds for the project and argued the designation would be a fitting tribute supported by West‑side constituents.
Debate focused on precedent for naming highways after governors and the potential fiscal effect of replacing signs. The sponsor disputed a $100,000 fiscal note, saying that the commission could wait to replace worn signs and that the actual fiscal impact could be negligible. Members also questioned whether it was appropriate to name public works after governors while other needs, such as education funding, still required resources. Supporters emphasized wide bipartisan backing from West Valley legislators.
The House voted to pass HJR 8, 50–21, and the resolution was transmitted to the Senate for further consideration.
