To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 306 South Main Street in Waupaca, Wisconsin, as the Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich Post Office Building.
Summary
This bill, H.R. 5831, seeks to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 306 South Main Street in Waupaca, Wisconsin, as the "Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich Post Office Building." It was introduced in the House of Representatives on October 24, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
The bill honors Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich by naming a postal facility after him. This is a symbolic gesture to recognize his service.
The bill's impact is primarily ceremonial, with minimal practical implications for postal operations or the broader community.
Expected Effects
If enacted, the bill will change the official name of the Waupaca, Wisconsin post office to the "Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich Post Office Building."
All references to the facility in laws, maps, regulations, documents, and other records of the United States will be updated to reflect the new designation.
The change is largely symbolic, honoring a veteran but not altering postal services or infrastructure.
Potential Benefits
- Honors Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich for his service.
- Provides a lasting tribute to a local hero within the community.
- May foster a sense of community pride and patriotism.
- Symbolically recognizes the contributions of veterans.
- No direct economic costs or burdens.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Minimal practical impact beyond the name change.
- Potential administrative costs associated with updating records and signage, though likely minimal.
- May be perceived as a symbolic gesture without addressing more pressing community needs.
- Could set a precedent for similar naming requests, potentially leading to administrative burdens.
- No significant disadvantages identified.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the general powers of Congress to legislate for the benefit of the nation. While the Constitution does not explicitly address the naming of federal buildings, Article I, Section 8 grants Congress the power to establish post offices and post roads, implying the authority to manage and name these facilities.
Furthermore, the bill does not infringe upon any specific rights or liberties guaranteed by the Constitution or its amendments. It is a symbolic act of recognition that falls within the legislative purview of Congress.
Therefore, the bill appears to be constitutionally sound.
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).