An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 5225 Harrison Avenue in Rockford, Illinois, as the Jay P. Larson Post Office Building.
Summary
This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 5225 Harrison Avenue in Rockford, Illinois, as the "Jay P. Larson Post Office Building". This is a symbolic gesture to honor an individual. The bill itself does not allocate funding or change postal service operations.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill is the renaming of a specific post office. This action is largely ceremonial. It serves to recognize Jay P. Larson.
Potential Benefits
- Honors Jay P. Larson for their contributions.
- May increase community pride.
- Provides a lasting tribute within the community.
- Could inspire others through recognition of service.
- Symbolic recognition can boost local morale.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Minimal direct impact on postal service operations.
- No tangible economic or social benefits.
- Potential for debate over the selection criteria for honorees.
- May be perceived as a low-priority use of congressional time.
- Could be seen as purely symbolic without addressing real issues.
Constitutional Alignment
This 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. The act of naming a post office falls within the implied powers necessary to carry out this enumerated power. There are no apparent constitutional conflicts.
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).