HR-3393-119
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Sponsored by Abraham Hamadeh (R-AZ)
What it does
This bill would officially rename the United States Postal Service facility located at 12208 North 19th Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona, as the "Officer Zane T. Coolidge Post Office." It would apply only to that single facility and would have no effect on postal operations, staffing, or funding.
Who benefits
The family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Zane T. Coolidge, who would receive a lasting public honor in his memory. The local Phoenix community served by that post office, who may value the recognition of a local officer. Law enforcement communities broadly, who may view the designation as recognition of officer sacrifice.
Who is hurt
There are no direct material harms. There may be minor administrative costs to the USPS for updating signage and official records at that facility, which are ultimately borne by the postal service's operating budget.
Supporters argue
Supporters argue that naming public facilities after fallen or distinguished officers is a longstanding and meaningful way for Congress to honor those who sacrificed in service to their communities. They contend that Officer Coolidge's recognition through this designation provides a permanent, visible tribute that acknowledges his service to the Phoenix community and offers a measure of recognition to his family.
Opponents argue
Opponents might argue that Congress dedicates a disproportionate share of its limited floor time to symbolic naming bills — hundreds are passed each session — at the expense of substantive legislation. They contend that while the honor itself is uncontroversial, the cumulative use of congressional resources for purely ceremonial designations represents an inefficient use of the legislative process.