To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 46164 Westlake Drive in Sterling, Virginia, as the Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building.
Summary
This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 46164 Westlake Drive in Sterling, Virginia, as the "Firefighter Trevor Brown Post Office Building." This is a commemorative action to honor Firefighter Trevor Brown. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Subramanyam and several co-sponsors.
Expected Effects
The primary effect will be the renaming of the designated post office. All references to the facility in laws, maps, regulations, and other documents will be updated to reflect the new name. This action serves as a tribute to Firefighter Trevor Brown.
Potential Benefits
- Honors the service and sacrifice of Firefighter Trevor Brown.
- Provides a lasting tribute to a local hero.
- May foster a sense of community pride.
- Symbolic recognition of the contributions of firefighters.
- Could increase awareness of the role of firefighters in the community.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Minimal direct impact on government operations or citizen services.
- Potential cost associated with updating signage and official documents, though likely minimal.
- May be perceived as a symbolic gesture without addressing more pressing issues.
- Could be seen as setting a precedent for similar naming requests, potentially leading to administrative burden.
- No direct economic or social benefits.
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 establish post offices and post roads. The act of naming a post office falls within the scope of these powers. There are no apparent conflicts with other constitutional provisions or amendments.
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).