Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 110 East Alexander Street in Three Rivers, Texas, as the "Private Felix Z. Longoria Veterans' Memorial Post Office".
Description: Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 110 East Alexander Street in Three Rivers, Texas, as the "Private Felix Z. Longoria Veterans' Memorial Post Office."
Sponsors: Rep. Gonzalez, Vicente [D-TX-15]
Target Audience
Population: Residents and postal service users of Three Rivers, Texas
Estimated Size: 2000
- The bill involves a change in the designation of a USPS facility, which means it impacts those who visit or interact with this specific post office.
- The primary individuals directly impacted might be residents and postal customers in Three Rivers, Texas.
- The new name for the post office is in memory of Private Felix Z. Longoria, which might also affect veterans and their families, especially those connected to him or his legacy.
- While naming or renaming a post office may have symbolic and emotional significance, the functional impact on individuals is minimal unless it alters operation services.
Reasoning
- The primary impact is very localized, affecting those who use the facility in Three Rivers, Texas.
- The policy's symbolic impact could be more significant for veterans, especially those who value memorials and historical recognition.
- The practical change of a name does not significantly alter daily operations or wellbeing in measurable ways.
- Given the small budget, most of the funds will likely be used for signage changes and promotional materials, limiting the scope of the impact.
- It's crucial to consider that for most people interacting with the post office, its name is not the main concern.
Simulated Interviews
Postmaster (Three Rivers, Texas)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's important to honor veterans like Private Longoria; it means a lot to us who have served.
- The name change does not affect our operations, but it brings pride to our staff.
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 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Local historian (Three Rivers, Texas)
Age: 60 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This name change is a beautiful tribute and an opportunity to educate our community.
- It's a reminder of the sacrifice made by Felix Longoria and others like him.
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 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Stay-at-home mom (Three Rivers, Texas)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The new name is nice, but it doesn't change anything about how I use the post office.
- I appreciate the sentiment, but it’s pretty much business as usual for me.
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 |
Veteran Affairs Officer (San Antonio, Texas)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It’s inspiring to see communities honor veterans in this way.
- It strengthens connections to our shared history, but doesn’t change my daily routine.
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 |
College student (Three Rivers, Texas)
Age: 25 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This change is a small but meaningful gesture towards honoring the legacy of soldiers.
- I think it adds a layer of significance to our community identity.
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 |
Postal Service Regional Manager (Corpus Christi, Texas)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The renaming of facilities is primarily ceremonial; it might have little operational impact.
- It does help boost community morale and image, though.
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 |
Retired veteran (Three Rivers, Texas)
Age: 70 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 1/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is a heartfelt tribute for a local hero and makes me proud to see his name honored.
- While my wellbeing doesn't change, it’s still a meaningful action.
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 |
Veteran advocacy writer (Austin, Texas)
Age: 38 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's good to see local communities recognizing veterans for their service.
- Though it doesn't impact my life directly, I believe it's an important recognition.
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 |
Local business owner (Three Rivers, Texas)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The name change might draw a bit more attention to our area, but I don't see much impact on my business.
- Still, it’s a positive change for the community spirit.
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 |
School teacher (Three Rivers, Texas)
Age: 32 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The new name is a great educational opportunity for teaching students about their local heroes.
- There could be curriculum additions to talk about veterans' contributions.
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 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $10000 (Low: $5000, High: $15000)
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 symbolic nature of renaming the post office brings recognition to veterans and honors their service.
- The overall economic or operational impact is negligible.