Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB7423

Introduced
2/20/24  
Refer
2/20/24  
Report Pass
4/10/24  
Engrossed
5/8/24  
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 103 Benedette Street in Rayville, Louisiana, as the "Luke Letlow Post Office Building".

Impact

The enactment of HB 7423 results in the official designation of this postal facility with a name that pays tribute to Luke Letlow. Such designations often serve to strengthen community identity and memory of local leaders. While the bill does not introduce changes to existing postal regulations or operations, it underscores the importance of representation and memorialization in public spaces. Hence, it preserves the legacy of a member of Congress within his community through the physical space of a postal service facility.

Summary

House Bill 7423 aims to honor the late Representative Luke Letlow by designating a United States Postal Service facility located at 103 Benedette Street in Rayville, Louisiana, as the 'Luke Letlow Post Office Building.' This bill reflects a common legislative practice of commemorating individuals who have made significant contributions through the naming of public facilities. In this case, the bill recognizes Letlow's service and the impact he had on his community and the state of Louisiana.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment surrounding HB 7423 is positive, as there is a general agreement among members of the legislature regarding the appropriateness of commemorating Luke Letlow's contributions. The emotional and symbolic significance of such a naming serves to unify constituents in honoring a figure that many saw as dedicated to public service. The legislation has faced no opposition, reflecting a broad consensus in supporting the recognition of public service and community leaders.

Contention

There were no notable points of contention recorded in the discussions surrounding HB 7423. The process appears to have been smooth, with unanimous support from the legislative body, as evidenced by the vote tally, which recorded 400 yeas and no nays. This lack of opposition demonstrates a united front in paying homage to the late congressman and indicates a shared understanding of the value of such commemorative actions within legislation.

Companion Bills

US SB4329

Same As A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 103 Benedette Street in Rayville, Louisiana, as the "Luke Letlow Post Office Building".

Previously Filed As

US SB4329

A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 103 Benedette Street in Rayville, Louisiana, as the "Luke Letlow Post Office Building".

US HB7417

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US HB7385

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US HB6887

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US SB2274

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US HB7180

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US HB8963

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US HB9775

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US HB7507

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US HB7472

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