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Senate renames Patroon Island Bridge for Sergeant Henry Johnson
Summary
The New York State Senate passed a bill renaming the Patroon Island Bridge in the Capital District as the Sergeant Henry Johnson Memorial Bridge after supporters recounted Johnson’s World War I heroism; the measure passed overwhelmingly.
The New York State Senate voted to rename the Patroon Island Bridge as the Sergeant Henry Johnson Memorial Bridge, with supporters describing Johnson’s military heroism and decades-long effort to secure his recognition.
Senator Fahey, explaining her vote, recounted Johnson’s service with the Harlem Hellfighters and the long delay in federal honors; she said renaming the bridge would “elevate his legacy and his name here in the capital region.” Senator Ashby also praised Johnson’s sacrifice and stated he would “vote aye.”
The Senate recorded the vote with Ayes 58 and Nays 1; the presiding officer announced that the bill is passed. Sponsors framed the renaming as a symbolic act to honor a decorated veteran whose recognition was delayed for decades.
The measure will be transmitted through the usual enrollment and enactment procedures to take effect as specified in the bill.
The chamber moved on after the vote to other calendar items; there was no recorded floor amendment to this bill during the session.
