Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4400 East Paisano Drive in El Paso, Texas, as the "Enedina Sanchez Cordero Post Office Building".
Description: Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4400 East Paisano Drive in El Paso, Texas, as the "Enedina Sanchez Cordero Post Office Building."
Sponsors: Rep. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16]
Target Audience
Population: People who use or are otherwise impacted by the Enedina Sanchez Cordero Post Office Building
Estimated Size: 3000
- The legislation is focused on renaming a single post office location in El Paso, Texas.
- Such a designation typically impacts those who are in the vicinity of this postal office or have a connection to Enedina Sanchez Cordero.
- The immediate effect might be on residents of the area who will use the post office and can see or recognize the name for its honor value.
- This type of legislation does not tend to affect individuals on a global scale as it is very localized.
Reasoning
- The policy is localized and impacts primarily the residents of El Paso, Texas who use the specific USPS facility.
- Given the small budget, the policy has limited scope and will primarily influence community sense and identity rather than direct economic impact.
- Since the policy does not change postal services or introduce new services, the impact on wellbeing will mostly be psychological or community-based.
- Population diversity in El Paso will lead to varied personal connections to the name Enedina Sanchez Cordero, influencing responses to the renaming.
- Wider effects beyond the immediate community are unlikely due to the focused nature of the policy.
Simulated Interviews
Postal Worker (El Paso, TX)
Age: 39 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's a nice gesture to honor someone from our community.
- It won't change how we work day-to-day, but it's good to see 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 |
Teacher (El Paso, TX)
Age: 27 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming the post office after a local figure is respectful and helpful in teaching students about local history.
- It may inspire some pride and interest among the students.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Retired (El Paso, TX)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I appreciate the recognition of our local heritage and figures.
- It feels like my community is being valued.
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 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Local Business Owner (El Paso, TX)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a fine change, but it doesn't affect my business.
- Maybe it'll attract a bit more 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 |
Marketing Analyst (Dallas, TX)
Age: 35 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The change doesn't affect me at all.
- It seems like a nice recognition, but I have no ties to El Paso.
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 Organizer (El Paso, TX)
Age: 44 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is a great way to honor an important figure in our history.
- It helps promote community solidarity.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Engineer (Texas City, TX)
Age: 30 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I don't see how this affects me.
- It's just the name of a post office.
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 |
Historian (El Paso, TX)
Age: 56 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Renaming the post office is a wonderful tribute to Enedina Sanchez Cordero.
- It acknowledges important contributions to our community's culture.
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 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
College Student (Las Cruces, NM)
Age: 24 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I visit El Paso now and then, but this naming doesn't matter much to me.
- I think it's mostly symbolic for the locals.
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 |
Nurse (El Paso, TX)
Age: 48 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a nice gesture to recognize a local personality.
- It might boost morale in the community.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $25000 (Low: $20000, High: $50000)
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 primary considerations involve ensuring the signage and records accurately reflect the new name.
- Local community sentiment and pride could improve due to the recognition of Enedina Sanchez Cordero.
- Coordination with local governmental bodies and communities to emphasize the significance of the naming.
- Logistical coordination with USPS for minor administrative updates.