Restoring Names of American Greatness Act of 2025
Summary
The "Restoring Names of American Greatness Act of 2025" aims to codify Executive Order 14172, titled "Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness." This bill seeks to give the executive order the full force and effect of law. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Natural Resources.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this bill would make Executive Order 14172 permanent and legally binding. This means any actions taken under the executive order would be more difficult to reverse. The specific effects depend on the content of Executive Order 14172, which involves restoring certain names.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially restores names that honor significant figures or events, preserving cultural heritage.
- Could correct perceived historical injustices in naming conventions.
- May foster a greater sense of national pride and unity.
- Could lead to increased tourism and economic activity in areas where names are restored (depending on the locations).
- Provides legal certainty and stability to actions taken under the executive order.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Could be seen as a politically motivated act, potentially alienating certain groups.
- May divert resources from other pressing issues.
- Could spark controversy if the restored names are associated with controversial figures or events.
- The act of renaming could be perceived as an attempt to rewrite history.
- Codifying an executive order limits future executive flexibility.
Constitutional Alignment
Article I, Section 1 of the Constitution vests all legislative powers in Congress. This bill adheres to that principle by having Congress codify an executive order. However, the constitutionality of the underlying executive order itself (14172) is not addressed by this bill, and would depend on whether the executive order itself was within the powers of the executive branch. The bill itself does not appear to violate any specific constitutional provision.
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).