H.R.1372 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 300 Macedonia Lane in Knoxville, Tennessee, as the Reverend Harold Middlebrook Post Office Building. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.1372 proposes to designate the United States Postal Service facility at 300 Macedonia Lane in Knoxville, Tennessee, as the "Reverend Harold Middlebrook Post Office Building." The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 14, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The bill honors Reverend Harold Middlebrook by naming a post office after him.
Expected Effects
If enacted, the bill will officially rename the specified 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. This is primarily a symbolic gesture.
Potential Benefits
- Honors Reverend Harold Middlebrook for his contributions.
- May increase community pride and awareness of his legacy.
- Provides a lasting tribute within the Knoxville community.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Minimal practical impact on postal services or the community.
- Potential cost associated with updating signage and official documents, though likely minimal.
- Could be seen as a symbolic gesture that does not address more pressing issues.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the US Constitution, as it falls within the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8, which allows Congress to establish post offices and post roads. There are no apparent constitutional conflicts related to individual rights or freedoms.
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).