To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 417 West 7th Street in Columbia, Tennessee, as the Pharmacist’s Mate First Class John Harlan Willis Post Office Building.
Summary
H.R. 6808 proposes to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 417 West 7th Street in Columbia, Tennessee, as the ``Pharmacist's Mate First Class John Harlan Willis Post Office Building''. This act honors Pharmacist's Mate First Class John Harlan Willis. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on December 17, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Expected Effects
If enacted, the bill will officially rename the specified post office building. All references to the facility in laws, maps, regulations, documents, and other records of the United States will be deemed to refer to the new designation. This change primarily serves as a symbolic gesture to honor an individual.
Potential Benefits
- Honors the service and sacrifice of Pharmacist's Mate First Class John Harlan Willis.
- Provides a lasting tribute to a local hero.
- May foster a sense of community pride.
- No direct economic benefits, but symbolic value can boost morale.
- Reinforces the importance of recognizing military service.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Minimal practical impact on postal services or the community.
- Potential cost associated with updating signage and official documents, though likely minimal.
- May be perceived as a symbolic gesture with limited tangible benefits compared to other pressing issues.
- Could be seen as a missed opportunity to address more significant community needs.
- No direct disadvantages, but opportunity cost exists.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8 of the US Constitution, which includes the power to establish post offices. Designating a post office name falls within this purview. The act does not appear to 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).