H.R.1008 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 298 Route 292 in Holmes, New York, as the Sheriff Adrian Butch Anderson Post Office Building. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.1008 designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 298 Route 292 in Holmes, New York, as the "Sheriff Adrian `Butch' Anderson Post Office Building." The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 5, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The bill honors Sheriff Adrian "Butch" Anderson by naming a federal building after him.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill is ceremonial. It renames an existing post office building in Holmes, New York, to honor Sheriff Adrian "Butch" Anderson. There are no anticipated changes to postal services or operations as a result of this designation.
Potential Benefits
- Honors the service and contributions of Sheriff Adrian "Butch" Anderson.
- May increase community pride and awareness of local figures.
- Provides a lasting tribute to a local public servant.
- Could potentially attract visitors to the area due to the namesake.
- Symbolically recognizes the importance of law enforcement.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Minimal practical impact on the community beyond the symbolic gesture.
- Potential cost associated with changing signage and official documents, although likely minimal.
- May be perceived as a low-priority use of congressional time and resources.
- Could be controversial if Sheriff Anderson's legacy is viewed differently by some members of the community.
- No direct benefits to the broader American public.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the US Constitution, specifically Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to establish post offices and post roads. Designating a post office's name falls within this enumerated power. The bill does not infringe upon any individual rights or freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution or its 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).