An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, as the Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building.
Summary
This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, as the "Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building." The bill was passed by the House of Representatives and received in the Senate, where it was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill is ceremonial. It renames an existing post office building to honor Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez. All references to the postal facility in laws, maps, regulations, documents, and other records of the United States will be updated to reflect the new designation.
Potential Benefits
- Honors the service and contributions of Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez.
- Provides a lasting tribute to a distinguished individual in the community.
- May foster a sense of local pride and recognition.
- Could potentially increase awareness of military service and contributions.
- Serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for public service.
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Potential Disadvantages
- The bill has no significant disadvantages.
- It involves a minor administrative effort to update records and signage.
- There is a minimal cost associated with the renaming process.
- The bill does not address any pressing issues or provide tangible benefits beyond symbolic recognition.
- The bill does not have any impact on the American people beyond the local community.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution, which includes the power to establish post offices and post roads. The act of naming a post office falls within the implied powers necessary to carry out these enumerated powers. There are no apparent conflicts with any specific constitutional provisions or amendments.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).