An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 80 Prospect Street in Avon, New York, as the Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz Memorial Post Office Building.
Summary
This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 80 Prospect Street in Avon, New York, as the "Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz Memorial Post Office Building." This is a symbolic gesture to honor the officer. 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 to rename the post office building in Avon, New York. All references to the facility in official documents will be updated to reflect the new name. This action serves as a tribute to Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz.
Potential Benefits
- Honors the service and sacrifice of Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz.
- Provides a lasting tribute to a local hero.
- May foster a sense of community pride and remembrance.
- Symbolically recognizes the importance of law enforcement.
- Could potentially increase awareness of Officer Mazurkiewicz's contributions.
Potential Disadvantages
- The bill itself has no direct disadvantages.
- Potential minor administrative costs associated with updating signage and records.
- Focusing on symbolic gestures might detract from addressing more pressing community needs.
- The act does not address any systematic issues.
- No significant negative impacts are anticipated.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8 of the US Constitution, which includes the power to establish post offices and post roads. Designating a federal building in honor of an individual falls within the implied powers necessary to carry out these enumerated powers. The bill does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
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).