H.R.1986 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 620 East Pecan Boulevard in McAllen, Texas, as the Agent Raul H. Gonzalez Jr. Memorial Post Office Building. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.1986 proposes to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 620 East Pecan Boulevard in McAllen, Texas, as the "Agent Raul H. Gonzalez Jr. Memorial Post Office Building." The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 10, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The bill honors Agent Raul H. Gonzalez Jr. by naming a federal building after him.
Expected Effects
If enacted, H.R.1986 would officially rename the specified post office building. This change would be reflected in all official documents, maps, regulations, and records of the United States. The community of McAllen, Texas, would have a tangible reminder of Agent Gonzalez's service.
Potential Benefits
- Honors the service and memory of Agent Raul H. Gonzalez Jr.
- Provides a lasting tribute within the community of McAllen, Texas.
- May foster a sense of local pride and recognition of public service.
- Symbolically recognizes the contributions of law enforcement or federal agents.
- No direct monetary cost.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Minimal direct impact on most areas of governance or public policy.
- Potential for debate or disagreement regarding the selection criteria for honorees.
- Could be perceived as a symbolic gesture without addressing more pressing issues.
- May set a precedent for similar naming requests, potentially leading to administrative burdens.
- 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 and post roads. There are no apparent infringements on individual rights or freedoms as defined by the Bill of Rights. The act of naming a building is a symbolic gesture and 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).