H.R.2175 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, as the Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.2175 designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, as the ``Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building''. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Carbajal and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The designation honors Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill is to rename the specified post office building. This change will be reflected in all official documents, maps, regulations, and records of the United States. The community of Santa Barbara will have a post office named after a local Brigadier General.
Potential Benefits
- Honors a local Brigadier General, recognizing their service.
- May foster a sense of community pride.
- Provides a lasting tribute to an individual who has served the nation.
- Could potentially increase awareness of military service and sacrifice.
- No direct financial cost.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Minimal practical impact on postal services or the community.
- Could be seen as a symbolic gesture with limited tangible benefits.
- May require updates to signage and official documents, incurring minor costs.
- Could be perceived as prioritizing symbolic recognition over addressing more pressing issues.
- Potential for disagreement if the honoree's legacy is controversial (though not indicated here).
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8 of the US Constitution, which allows Congress to establish post offices and post roads. There are no apparent conflicts with any specific constitutional provisions or amendments. The act of naming a building does not infringe upon any protected rights or liberties.
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).