Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SB4938

Introduced
8/1/24  

Caption

A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 114 Center Street East in Roseau, Minnesota, as the "Floyd B. Olson Post Office".

Impact

The bill appears to have minimal direct impact on state laws, as it primarily involves a symbolic gesture of naming a federal facility rather than altering or creating laws. This action does, however, reinforce the connection between federal services like the USPS and local communities, acknowledging historical figures who have played pivotal roles within those locales. The designation serves as a form of recognition that could enhance community pride and historical awareness.

Summary

SB4938 is a legislative bill introduced to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 114 Center Street East in Roseau, Minnesota, as the 'Floyd B. Olson Post Office.' This bill, sponsored by Senators Klobuchar and Smith, seeks to honor the legacy of Floyd B. Olson by naming the local post office in his memory. The recognition through this designation reflects the significance of local figures in contributing to the community and national narrative.

Contention

While the bill seems straightforward and largely ceremonial, potential points of contention could arise from discussions around the appropriateness of naming federal facilities after specific individuals, particularly if there are historical complexities associated with their legacy. Some groups may advocate for or against the designation based on Floyd B. Olson's political and social contributions, leading to debates over historical memory and representation.

Companion Bills

US HB8841

Same As To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 114 Center Street East in Roseau, Minnesota, as the "Floyd B. Olson Post Office".

Previously Filed As

US HB8841

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 114 Center Street East in Roseau, Minnesota, as the "Floyd B. Olson Post Office".

US SB3946

A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1106 Main Street in Bastrop, Texas, as the "Sergeant Major Billy D. Waugh Post Office".

US HB9112

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4650 East Rosedale Street in Fort Worth, Texas, as the "Dionne Phillips Bagsby Post Office Building".

US SB2274

A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 112 Wyoming Street in Shoshoni, Wyoming, as the "Dessie A. Bebout Post Office".

US SB4077

A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 180 Steuart Street in San Francisco, California, as the "Dianne Feinstein Post Office".

US HB9255

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 114 John Street in New York, New York, as the "Jack Greenberg Post Office".

US HB1830

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 840 Front Street in Casselton, North Dakota, as the "Commander Delbert Austin Olson Post Office".

US HB8976

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 20 West White Street in Millstadt, Illinois, as the "Corporal Matthew A. Wyatt Post Office".

US SB829

A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 840 Front Street in Casselton, North Dakota, as the "Commander Delbert Austin Olson Post Office".

US SB4564

A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 50 East Derry Road in East Derry, New Hampshire, as the "Chief Edward B. Garone Post Office".

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.