To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 520 South Walnut Street in Bloomington, Indiana, as the Curt Cignetti Post Office.
Summary
This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 520 South Walnut Street in Bloomington, Indiana, as the "Curt Cignetti Post Office." The bill was introduced in the Senate on December 8, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The designation is symbolic, honoring Curt Cignetti.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill is to rename the specified post office. All references to the facility in laws, maps, regulations, documents, or other records of the United States will be deemed references to the "Curt Cignetti Post Office."
Potential Benefits
- Honors an individual, potentially recognizing their contributions to the community.
- May increase local awareness of the individual being honored.
- Could foster a sense of community pride.
- Provides a lasting tribute within the community.
- No significant tangible benefits are expected.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential cost associated with changing signage and updating records, although likely minimal.
- May be perceived as a low-priority use of legislative time and resources.
- Could be controversial if the namesake is later found to be problematic.
- No significant disadvantages are expected.
- The symbolic nature of the act means it does not address any pressing issues.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the US Constitution, as it falls under the legislative powers granted to Congress in Article I, Section 8, which includes the power to establish post offices. There are no apparent infringements on individual rights or freedoms as defined in the Bill of Rights. The act of naming a post office does not violate any specific constitutional provision.
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).