To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 202 South Chestnut Avenue in Marshfield, Wisconsin, as the Army Corporal Gordon Gordy Richard Schmoll Post Office Building.
Summary
H.R. 6119 proposes to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 202 South Chestnut Avenue in Marshfield, Wisconsin, as the "Army Corporal Gordon `Gordy' Richard Schmoll Post Office Building". This act honors the service of Army Corporal Gordon 'Gordy' Richard Schmoll. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on November 18, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill is ceremonial. It renames an existing post office building to honor a veteran. This action does not alter the function or services provided by the post office.
Potential Benefits
- Honors the service and sacrifice of Army Corporal Gordon 'Gordy' Richard Schmoll.
- Provides a lasting tribute to a local veteran within his community.
- May foster a sense of patriotism and community pride.
- Could increase awareness of military service and sacrifice.
- Serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for veterans.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Minimal direct practical benefits to the American people.
- Potential cost associated with changing signage and official documents, although likely minimal.
- May be seen as a symbolic gesture without addressing more pressing issues facing veterans or the postal service.
- Could be perceived as political if the selection process lacks transparency.
- No significant negative impact, but limited positive impact beyond symbolic recognition.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the general powers of Congress. Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution grants Congress the power to establish post offices. While the Constitution does not explicitly address naming post offices, this action falls within the implied powers necessary to operate the postal service. The bill does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
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).