Bill Overview
Title: William T. Coleman, Jr. and Norman Y. Mineta Department of Transportation Headquarters Act
Description: This bill designates the headquarters building of the Department of Transportation located at 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, in Washington, DC, as the William T. Coleman, Jr. and Norman Y. Mineta Federal Building.
Sponsors: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Target Audience
Population: Employees and visitors to the Department of Transportation Headquarters
Estimated Size: 2000
- The bill impacts only the name of a building.
- The primary people directly impacted by this change are those who work in the building.
- It might hold symbolic significance beyond those who work in the building, but it doesn't tangibly impact others.
- This change does not alter policies, funding, or regulations that affect the wellbeing of a broader population.
Reasoning
- The policy only affects the naming of a building, so the direct impact is minimal and primarily symbolic.
- Only individuals closely associated with the Department of Transportation headquarters, such as employees and regular visitors, are direct targets of the policy.
- Any change in the wellbeing scores would stem from feelings of pride, recognition, or other symbolic implications rather than tangible benefits.
- Given the policy's nature, broader effects on the US population are negligible, leading to minimal changes in self-reported wellbeing.
Simulated Interviews
Transportation Policy Analyst (Washington, DC)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's a nice gesture to honor figures who have contributed to transportation in the US.
- It doesn't change my work or personal life, but I appreciate the recognition of their legacy.
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 |
Administrative Assistant (Washington, DC)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The name change is a positive step appreciating diversity and contributions.
- While it doesn't affect my day-to-day activities, it's good to see acknowledgment of achievements.
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 |
Civil Engineer (Alexandria, VA)
Age: 50 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This name change is largely administrative for us who interact occasionally.
- It's a positive decision but doesn't affect our professional relationships or work.
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 |
Project Manager (Arlington, VA)
Age: 36 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm glad to see these influential figures being commemorated.
- In terms of practicality, it doesn't change anything for my projects.
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 |
Retired Transportation Official (Washington, DC)
Age: 62 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 9
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 1/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I appreciate the acknowledgment of two pivotal figures.
- It's important to honor those who contributed significantly.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 9 |
Transportation Specialist (Washington, DC)
Age: 39 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Renaming the building is a positive reflection of our commitments.
- Day-to-day functionality remains the same, so no practical impact on wellbeing.
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 |
Federal Contractor (Philadelphia, PA)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 1/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The change is commendable, but it doesn't influence my contracts or way of business.
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 |
Journalist covering federal agencies (Silver Spring, MD)
Age: 59 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 1/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The name change is symbolic and an aspect of coverage for my work, but there is no personal impact.
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 |
Security Personnel at DOT Headquarters (Washington, DC)
Age: 47 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Interesting to see the change, though it doesn't affect my everyday work or living conditions.
- A name is just a name but it's respectful to honor the individuals.
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 |
Graduate Student (Laurel, MD)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 1/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's fascinating from a research perspective to see how these changes are implemented.
- Will provide an interesting case study, but no effect on personal wellbeing.
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: $20000 (Low: $10000, High: $30000)
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
- This policy mainly holds symbolic significance, recognizing the contributions of William T. Coleman, Jr. and Norman Y. Mineta.
- The lack of physical changes limits the financial impact.
- Efforts involved are primarily administrative, involving updates to materials and signage.