Bills of Congress by U.S. Congress

H.R.1025 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2600 Wesley Street in Greenville, Texas, as the Cooper Dawson Post Office Building. (119th Congress)

Summary

H.R.1025 proposes to rename the United States Postal Service facility located at 2600 Wesley Street in Greenville, Texas, as the "Cooper Dawson Post Office Building". The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Self, Mr. Jackson of Texas, and Mr. McCaul and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The bill designates the facility's new name and ensures that all references to it in official documents reflect the change.

Expected Effects

The primary effect of this bill, if enacted, would be the renaming of the specified post office building. This change would be reflected in all official records and documents pertaining to the facility. The bill does not appear to have any direct impact on postal operations or services.

Potential Benefits

  • Honors Cooper Dawson, potentially a local figure of significance.
  • May foster a sense of community pride.
  • Provides a lasting tribute within the Greenville, Texas area.
  • Could increase awareness of Cooper Dawson's contributions, if any.
  • No significant economic or social benefits are anticipated.

Potential Disadvantages

  • Incurs administrative costs associated with updating records and signage.
  • May be perceived as a symbolic gesture with limited practical impact.
  • Could be divisive if Cooper Dawson is a controversial figure (though this is not indicated in the bill).
  • Diverts congressional attention from potentially more pressing 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 Constitution, which includes the power to establish post offices. Designating a name for a federal building falls within the scope of Congress's authority to manage federal property and operations. There are no apparent conflicts with any specific constitutional provisions 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).