Bills of Congress by U.S. Congress

An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 840 Front Street in Casselton, North Dakota, as the Commander Delbert Austin Olson Post Office.

Summary

H.R. 1830 designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 840 Front Street in Casselton, North Dakota, as the "Commander Delbert Austin Olson Post Office." This act formally names the post office in honor of Commander Olson. The bill was passed by the House of Representatives on December 9, 2025.

Expected Effects

The primary effect of this bill is the renaming of a specific post office. This change will be reflected in all official documents and references to the facility. The community of Casselton, North Dakota, will have a post office named after a local commander.

Potential Benefits

  • Honors Commander Delbert Austin Olson.
  • Provides a lasting tribute within the community.
  • May increase local pride and recognition.
  • Symbolic recognition of military service.
  • No direct financial cost or impact.

Potential Disadvantages

  • No significant disadvantages.
  • Potential for minor administrative costs related to signage changes.
  • Focuses on symbolic gesture rather than substantive policy change.

Constitutional Alignment

The act aligns with the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution, which allows Congress to establish post offices and post roads. The act does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations. It falls within the scope of Congress's authority to manage federal property and designate names for public facilities.

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).