An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 86 Main Street in Haverstraw, New York, as the Paul Piperato Post Office Building.
Summary
This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 86 Main Street in Haverstraw, New York, as the "Paul Piperato Post Office Building". This action formally recognizes Paul Piperato through the naming of a public building. 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. All references to the facility in laws, maps, regulations, documents, and other records of the United States will be updated to reflect the new name: "Paul Piperato Post Office Building".
Potential Benefits
- Honors Paul Piperato for their service or contributions.
- Provides a lasting tribute within the community.
- May increase local awareness of Paul Piperato's achievements.
- Symbolic gesture of appreciation.
- Could foster a sense of community pride.
Most Benefited Areas:
Potential Disadvantages
- Minimal direct impact on most citizens.
- Potential cost associated with updating signage and records, although likely minimal.
- May be perceived as a low-priority action compared to more pressing issues.
- Could be seen as politically motivated if the honoree is controversial.
- No direct economic or social benefits.
Constitutional Alignment
This bill appears to align with the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8 of the US Constitution, which allows Congress to establish post offices and post roads. The act of naming a post office falls within the scope of managing and regulating these establishments. There are no apparent conflicts with other constitutional principles 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).