Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2200 North George Mason Drive in Arlington, Virginia, as the "Jesus Antonio Collazos Post Office Building".
Description: Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2200 North George Mason Drive in Arlington, Virginia, as the "Jesus Antonio Collazos Post Office Building."
Sponsors: Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
Target Audience
Population: Residents and postal service users in Arlington, Virginia
Estimated Size: 5000
- The bill designates a specific USPS facility with a new name in Arlington, Virginia.
- The direct impact of this bill is primarily on the local community who interacts with this postal facility.
- Residents of Arlington, Virginia, are the primary users of this postal facility.
- Other indirect impacts could be to any individuals or groups who might have connections or wish to recognize the contributions of Jesus Antonio Collazos.
- Globally, there would be no significant number of people affected by this as it pertains to a local naming.
Reasoning
- The renaming of a post office is a largely symbolic act that does not involve any functional changes to services or operations of the postal facility. Therefore, the policy will not result in significant material or financial impacts but may influence people’s perceptions based on their connection to or opinion of Jesus Antonio Collazos.
- Since the budget for this policy is zero, it must rely on existing resources, meaning neither users nor taxpayers experience financial effects. Thus, wellbeing changes will mostly be related to non-material sentiments.
- Most people in the U.S., outside of Arlington, will likely be unaware of the renaming unless they are directly involved or informed about it. Even among residents of Arlington, the impact is minor unless they have a personal connection or viewpoint related to the name change.
- The change may have a slight positive impact on local pride or identity for those who view the naming as an honor to Jesus Antonio Collazos, who could be a local hero or figure deserving respect. For others who remain indifferent, curiosity, or at most mild awareness may be the primary result.
Simulated Interviews
retired postal worker (Arlington, Virginia)
Age: 65 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think naming the post office after Jesus Antonio Collazos is a great honor for someone who contributed to the community.
- It might give some extra prestige and foster local pride.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
graphic designer (Arlington, Virginia)
Age: 33 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I’m not too concerned about the post office’s name. I think it’s just an address to me.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
government employee (Washington, D.C.)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I might notice the name change if I see it on mail or visit. It's a nice nod to someone, I’m sure, but doesn't impact me deeply.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
community volunteer (Arlington, Virginia)
Age: 70 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is wonderful! It's great to see important figures remembered in our community.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
student (Richmond, Virginia)
Age: 28 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I’m not affected by it, as it doesn't impact my daily routine.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
small business owner (Fairfax, Virginia)
Age: 54 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming won't change much for my business operations. It’s more an adjustment for the address.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
school teacher (Arlington, Virginia)
Age: 39 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It’s a nice symbolic gesture. I can talk about it in my history classes, highlighting local recognition.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
nurse (Arlington, Virginia)
Age: 46 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's great if it brings any positive sentiment to the community, but I won't notice much in my day-to-day life.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
marketing executive (Bethesda, Maryland)
Age: 61 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I likely won't be affected. It seems like more of an honorific change.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
IT consultant (Arlington, Virginia)
Age: 31 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 13/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The post office name change is interesting, but practically it doesn’t affect me much.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $0 (Low: $0, High: $5000)
Year 2: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 3: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 5: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- The bill is largely symbolic and administratively simple.
- There are no significant financial or economic implications beyond minimal signage costs.
- Public recognition and local community impact are the primary non-fiscal considerations.