6/27/2019
Media Advisory: Ceremony and sign unveiling of US-20 in Idaho as a Medal of Honor Highway in Caldwell on July 1
BOISE--During the 2019 Idaho legislative session, a bill was introduced to rename US-20 in Idaho as a Medal of Honor Highway. After unanimous approval by the Idaho Senate and House, Idaho Governor Brad Little signed that bill this spring.
It calls for the highway, which runs across southern Idaho, to be renamed. That name change goes into effect July 1.
To commemorate the occasion, the Idaho Transportation Department will host a special event.
What: Ceremony and sign unveiling recognizing US-20 in Idaho as a Medal of Honor Highway.
Who: Idaho Governor Brad Little, Idaho legislators, representatives from the Military Order of the Purple Heart and the Idaho Transportation Department.
Date: Monday, July 1, 2019
Time: 10 a.m.
Where: Caldwell, Idaho. Intersection of US-20 and Green Road. Directions and special instructions are included in this invitation. Please allow for additional travel time due to bridge construction at Exit 26.
Media outside Boise metro area: ITD will send a video news release to statewide media outlets later that day.