To rename the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge located in the State of Texas as the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge.
Summary
H.R. 3179 proposes renaming the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge in Texas as the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge. This action is intended to honor Jocelyn Nungaray, a 12-year-old murder victim from Houston. The bill cites her love for animals and the refuge's proximity to her hometown as reasons for the renaming.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill is a name change for the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge. All references to the refuge in laws, maps, regulations, and other official documents will be updated to reflect the new name. This change is largely symbolic, intended to honor the memory of Jocelyn Nungaray.
Potential Benefits
- Honors the memory of Jocelyn Nungaray, a victim of a tragic crime.
- May bring positive attention to the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge.
- Could foster a sense of community and remembrance.
- Symbolically recognizes the impact of violent crime on families and communities.
- No direct monetary cost.
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Potential Disadvantages
- May be seen as a political gesture rather than a substantive action.
- Could be perceived as insensitive if not handled with care and respect for the victim's family.
- Diverts congressional attention from other pressing issues.
- The name change itself has no tangible benefits for conservation or public safety.
- May open the door for similar requests, potentially leading to inconsistencies in naming conventions.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the US Constitution, as it falls under the legislative powers granted to Congress in Article I, Section 8, which allows Congress to manage federal properties and enact laws for the general welfare. The act of renaming a federal property does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations. The First Amendment is not impacted as the bill does not relate to freedom of speech, religion, or assembly.
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).