Bills of Congress by U.S. Congress

To designate the Federal building located at 300 West Congress Street in Tucson, Arizona, as the Raúl M. Grijalva Federal Building.

Summary

This bill 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 Senate on July 17, 2025, and reported by the Committee on Environment and Public Works on October 29, 2025.

The designation serves as a symbolic recognition of Raúl M. Grijalva's contributions.

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 the renaming of a federal building. This change will be reflected in all official documents, maps, regulations, and records.

The renaming is a symbolic gesture that honors Raúl M. Grijalva.

There are no anticipated direct impacts on government operations or citizen services.

Potential Benefits

  • Honors the service and contributions of Raúl M. Grijalva.
  • May increase awareness of Grijalva's work and legacy.
  • Provides a sense of recognition and pride for the community.
  • Symbolically represents the values and priorities associated with Grijalva's career.
  • Could potentially attract visitors or researchers interested in Grijalva's work.

Potential Disadvantages

  • Potential costs associated with updating signage and official documents, although likely minimal.
  • May be perceived as a politically motivated decision by some.
  • Could divert attention from more pressing issues or policy priorities.
  • The symbolic nature of the act may not result in tangible benefits for the community.
  • Renaming could be seen as controversial depending on individual perspectives on Grijalva's political stances.

Constitutional Alignment

The bill aligns with the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution, which allows Congress to enact laws regarding federal property. There are no apparent conflicts with constitutional principles or individual rights.

The act of naming a building does not infringe upon any specific constitutional protections.

The bill adheres to standard legislative procedures.

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).