Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB5640

Introduced
9/21/23  
Refer
9/21/23  
Report Pass
2/6/24  
Engrossed
6/4/24  
Report Pass
7/31/24  
Enrolled
11/21/24  
Passed
11/25/24  
Chaptered
11/25/24  

Caption

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 12804 Chillicothe Road in Chesterland, Ohio, as the "Sgt. Wolfgang Kyle Weninger Post Office Building".

Impact

The enactment of HB 5640 will have primarily symbolic significance, reflecting a recognition of military service within the community of Chesterland, Ohio. Such designations can foster a sense of pride and serve as a reminder of community values, motivating further civic engagement. There may be negligible direct impact on state laws or broader policy, as the bill is focused specifically on renaming a federal facility rather than altering existing legal frameworks.

Summary

House Bill 5640 is a legislative proposal aiming to officially designate a postal facility located at 12804 Chillicothe Road in Chesterland, Ohio, as the 'Sgt. Wolfgang Kyle Weninger Post Office Building'. This designation serves to honor Sgt. Wolfgang Kyle Weninger, recognizing his contributions and service. The bill is a part of a common legislative practice to memorialize significant individuals by naming public facilities after them, thus preserving their legacy in the community.

Sentiment

General sentiment surrounding HB 5640 appears to be positive, with bipartisan support typical for bills that honor military personnel. Members of the legislative body and the local community are likely to view this as a respectful tribute. However, as with any bill, there may be minority opinions on fiscal priorities, questioning the necessity of naming procedures when existing facilities already serve their intended purposes.

Contention

Notably, there appear to be no significant points of contention associated with HB 5640 in the reviewed discussions or legislative history, as it straightforwardly addresses the renaming of a postal facility. The lack of opposition suggests that naming public buildings after service members is a widely accepted practice. The bill may face scrutiny only in discussions about broader legislative priorities if it is perceived as a distraction from more pressing issues.

Companion Bills

US SB3507

Same As A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 12804 Chillicothe Road in Chesterland, Ohio, as the "Sgt. Wolfgang Kyle Weninger Post Office Building".

Previously Filed As

US SB3507

A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 12804 Chillicothe Road in Chesterland, Ohio, as the "Sgt. Wolfgang Kyle Weninger Post Office Building".

US HB6887

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US HB5712

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US HB3947

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US HB292

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US HB5476

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US HB9175

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US HB7469

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US HB304

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US HB9775

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