Ohio House Passes Bill to designate Al Oliver Highway

Press Release

The Ohio House of Representatives recently passed House Bill 380, legislation that will name twenty-nine roads and bridges throughout Ohio.

Included in the bill is House Bill 320, sponsored by State Representative Justin Pizzulli, which will designate a portion of OH-125 in Portsmouth, Ohio as Al Oliver Highway in Scioto County. Al Oliver is most well known as a Major League Baseball (MLB) legend.

“Naming this memorial highway is a small way to honor Mr. Oliver’s legacy and remind our kids they too can achieve greatness,” said Pizzulli during his floor speech.

In addition to his MLB accomplishments, Oliver was a registered minister and ordained deacon. His legacy is also displayed on the Portsmouth Floodwall Murals.

The legislation now heads to the Ohio Senate for consideration