H.R.2488 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3817 Marysville Boulevard in Sacramento, California, as the Grantland Johnson Post Office. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.2488 proposes to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 3817 Marysville Boulevard in Sacramento, California, as the "Grantland Johnson Post Office." The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Bera and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. This action is a symbolic gesture to honor Grantland Johnson.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill, if enacted, would be the renaming of the specified post office. This would involve updating signage, official documents, and any references to the facility to reflect the new name. The change is largely symbolic and would not significantly alter the operations or services provided by the post office.
Potential Benefits
- Honors Grantland Johnson, potentially recognizing their contributions to the community.
- May increase local awareness of Grantland Johnson's achievements.
- Provides a sense of local pride and identity.
- Could serve as a reminder of community values.
- No direct financial cost to the American people.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Minimal impact on most Americans.
- Potential cost associated with changing signage and official documents, though likely negligible.
- May be perceived as a low-priority issue compared to more pressing national concerns.
- Could be seen as a purely symbolic gesture without substantive impact.
- The designation might not be universally supported if Grantland Johnson's legacy is controversial.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the US Constitution, specifically Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to establish post offices. The act of naming a post office falls within the scope of legislative powers. There are no apparent conflicts with individual rights or freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution or its 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).