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HR 8641118th CongressFailed / ExpiredHouse

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 401 Main Street in Brawley, California, as the "Walter Francis Ulloa Memorial Post Office Building".

Policy Area: Government Operations and Politics
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Origin Chamber
House
Last Updated
Jul 17, 2026
Latest Action Date
Jan 4, 2025

Latest Action

Became Public Law No: 118-249.

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Executive Summary

This bill, designated as H.R. 8641 during the 118th Congress, officially names the United States Postal Service facility located at 401 Main Street in Brawley, California, as the "Walter Francis Ulloa Memorial Post Office Building." The bill has completed the legislative process and was enacted into law as Public Law No: 118-249 on January 4, 2025. There is no detailed summary or full text available beyond the naming designation.

Bottom Line

H.R. 8641 formalizes the naming of a USPS facility in Brawley, California, honoring Walter Francis Ulloa, and has become law without additional policy provisions.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The bill designates a specific USPS facility in Brawley, California, with a commemorative name.
  • It was passed by the House and became Public Law No: 118-249 on January 4, 2025.
  • No additional legislative text or policy changes accompany the naming designation.
Who Benefits?

['United States Postal Service', 'Local community of Brawley, California', 'Family or associates of Walter Francis Ulloa']

Potential Concerns

['No detailed cost or implementation provisions are provided, but naming designations typically involve minimal administrative costs.', 'No oversight or enforcement mechanisms are necessary given the nature of the bill.', 'The bill does not specify any funding source or budgetary impact.']

Political Context

This bill is part of a common legislative practice of naming federal buildings and facilities to honor individuals. Such bills typically receive bipartisan support and are non-controversial. The bill successfully passed through the legislative process and was enacted into law during the 118th Congress.

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Cost Implications
Policy Ambiguity
Indirect Effects

["The naming may enhance community identity and recognition of Walter Francis Ulloa's contributions.", 'Potential minor administrative updates required for signage and official USPS records.', 'No broader policy or operational changes to USPS services are indicated.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The bill is straightforward with no complex policy or budgetary implications. Transparency considerations are minimal due to the ceremonial nature of the designation. Oversight is not applicable as the bill does not create new authorities or funding mechanisms.

Passage Likelihood: HighConfidence: 95%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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