H.R.3671 - To designate the Federal building located at 300 West Congress Street in Tucson, Arizona, as the Raúl M. Grijalva Federal Building. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3671 designates the Federal building at 300 West Congress Street in Tucson, Arizona, as the "Raúl M. Grijalva Federal Building." The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Stanton, along with Mr. Gosar, Ms. Ansari, and Mr. Ciscomani. It was then referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
The bill consists of two sections: Section 1 officially designates the building's new name. Section 2 ensures that any reference to the building in official documents will reflect the new designation.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill is a name change for a specific federal building. This will require updates to official records and signage. The change honors Raúl M. Grijalva, presumably for his contributions or service.
Potential Benefits
- Honors the legacy of Raúl M. Grijalva by naming a federal building after him.
- May increase awareness of Grijalva's contributions to the community and the nation.
- Can serve as a symbolic gesture of recognition and appreciation.
- Could foster a sense of pride and connection within the Tucson community.
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Potential Disadvantages
- The cost of updating signage and official documents, although likely minimal, could be considered a disadvantage.
- May be perceived as politically motivated, especially if Grijalva's contributions are controversial.
- Could set a precedent for naming federal buildings after individuals, potentially leading to debates over who is deserving.
- The resources used to debate and pass this bill could have been used for other pressing issues.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the US Constitution, specifically Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to enact laws regarding federal property. There are no apparent conflicts with individual rights or freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution or its amendments. The act of naming a building does not infringe upon any constitutional principles.
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).