Bills of Congress by U.S. Congress

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10660 Page Avenue in Fairfax, Virginia, as the Congressman Gerald E. Connolly Post Office Building.

Summary

This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 10660 Page Avenue in Fairfax, Virginia, as the "Congressman Gerald E. Connolly Post Office Building." This is a symbolic gesture to honor Congressman Connolly. The bill itself does not allocate any funds or change any existing laws beyond the name designation.

Expected Effects

The primary effect of this bill is a name change for a specific post office. This will require the USPS to update its records and signage accordingly. It serves as a tribute to Congressman Gerald E. Connolly.

Potential Benefits

  • Symbolic recognition of Congressman Connolly's service.
  • May foster a sense of community pride.
  • Could potentially increase awareness of Congressman Connolly's contributions.
  • No direct financial cost or benefit.
  • Simple and straightforward implementation.

Potential Disadvantages

  • Potential for political debate or disagreement over the naming choice.
  • May be perceived as a trivial use of congressional time and resources.
  • No direct tangible benefits to the American people.
  • Could be seen as self-serving by some.
  • Minimal impact overall.

Constitutional Alignment

The bill aligns with the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8 of the US Constitution, which allows them to establish post offices and post roads. There are no apparent conflicts with any specific constitutional provisions or amendments. The act of naming a post office falls within the broad scope of congressional authority.

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).