Section 1. Frank J. Pasquerilla Bridge.
(a) Finding of fact.--The General Assembly hereby finds and declares as follows:
(1) Frank J. Pasquerilla (1926-1999), native son of the
City of Johnstown, was an entrepreneur and humanitarian of
extraordinary accomplishment.
(2) Despite the temptations of fame and wealth, Frank J.
Pasquerilla lived his life firmly rooted to the religious
beliefs, family values, moral standards and community spirit
with which he was raised.
(3) Frank J. Pasquerilla will be remembered not only by
his success in business but by his dedication to higher
education and the arts.
(4) The achievements and contributions of Frank J.
Pasquerilla embody the spirit of Americanism and serve as a
glimmering beacon for future generations of Pennsylvanians to
reflect upon and aspire to become.
(b) Designation authorized.--The bridge in the City of Johnstown carrying State Route 271 at Phoebe Court over the Little Conemaugh River is hereby designated and shall hereafter be known as the Frank J. Pasquerilla Bridge in honor of Frank J. Pasquerilla's many contributions to his community, to his county and to this Commonwealth.
(c) Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect appropriate signs at each end of the bridge displaying the designation made by this section.