To designate the United States courthouse to be constructed at the corner of Superior and Huron Roads, in Cleveland, Ohio, as the "Carl B. Stokes United States Courthouse".
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Became Public Law No: 105-218.
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AI Government Intelligence™This bill, enacted as Public Law No: 105-218, officially designates the United States courthouse located at the corner of Superior and Huron Roads in Cleveland, Ohio, as the "Carl B. Stokes United States Courthouse." The legislation serves to honor Carl B. Stokes by naming the federal courthouse after him. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives during the 105th Congress and was signed into law on August 7, 1998. No additional provisions, funding, or regulatory changes are included in the bill text.
The bill formally names a new federal courthouse in Cleveland, Ohio, after Carl B. Stokes, recognizing his legacy through this commemorative designation.
- The bill designates the United States courthouse at Superior and Huron Roads in Cleveland, Ohio, as the "Carl B. Stokes United States Courthouse."
- It was introduced in the House during the 105th Congress as H.R. 643 and became law on August 7, 1998.
- The legislation falls under the policy area of commemorations and does not include additional provisions or funding.
['The federal judiciary system in Cleveland, Ohio, through the naming of the courthouse.', 'The legacy and public recognition of Carl B. Stokes.', 'Local community and visitors who use or identify the courthouse.']
['The bill does not specify funding sources or costs associated with signage or related expenses for the courthouse naming.', 'No oversight or enforcement mechanisms are included, as the bill is purely commemorative.', 'Implementation details such as signage installation or public communication are not addressed.']
The bill was passed during the 105th Congress and signed into law in 1998. It is part of a common legislative practice of naming federal buildings to honor notable individuals. The bill reflects a non-controversial commemorative action without broader policy implications.
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['The naming may enhance public awareness and historical recognition of Carl B. Stokes and his contributions.', 'The designation could influence local civic pride and community identity associated with the federal courthouse.', 'Potential minor administrative actions related to updating official documents, signage, and maps to reflect the new courthouse name.']
As a commemorative naming bill, this legislation does not involve appropriations, regulatory changes, or enforcement provisions. Transparency considerations primarily relate to ensuring that any costs associated with the naming (such as signage) are managed within existing budgets and that the naming process is publicly documented.
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