To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, as the Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building.

Bill Number: H.R. 2175
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 1
Policy Area: Government Operations and Politics
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2025-12-10: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Last Updated: 2026-07-10T14:58:30Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

This legislation aims to honor Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez, a military figure, by officially naming a United States Postal Service (USPS) facility in his honor. It is a ceremonial act passed by the House of Representatives and referred to the Senate.

Key Provisions

Designation of Facility: The USPS building at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, is designated as the "Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building."
Updating References: Any mentions of this facility in U.S. laws, maps, regulations, documents, or records will automatically be considered references to the new name.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

There are no substantive changes to postal operations, funding, or regulations. The bill only introduces a symbolic name change, which does not alter the facility's functions or legal status.

Potential Impacts

On Government Agencies: The USPS may need to update signage, stationery, and official records at minimal cost, but no broader operational changes are required.
On Citizens: Local residents in Santa Barbara may experience a sense of community pride through the recognition of a notable figure, with no direct effects on postal services.
On International Relations: None; this is a domestic, ceremonial measure with no foreign policy implications.

Main Stakeholders Affected

United States Postal Service (USPS): Responsible for implementing the name change on the facility.
Local Community in Santa Barbara, California: Benefits symbolically from honoring a local or national military hero.
Family and Legacy of Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez: Gains official recognition of his contributions through this naming.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal: The bill follows standard congressional practice for naming public buildings, with no challenges to existing postal laws (e.g., under Title 39 of the U.S. Code, which governs USPS). It ensures consistency in official references without requiring new appropriations.
Constitutional: No implications; naming federal facilities is a routine exercise of Congress's authority over federal property.
Political: This is a non-controversial, bipartisan-style honorary bill, often used to commemorate veterans or public servants, reflecting congressional tradition without broader policy debates.

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Sponsor

Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]

Cosponsors (51)

Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19], Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7], Rep. Costa, Jim [D-CA-21], Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44], Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50], Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26], Rep. Kiley, Kevin [R-CA-3], Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-43], Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35], Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17], Rep. Obernolte, Jay [R-CA-23], Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46], Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25], Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38], Rep. Tran, Derek [D-CA-45], Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15], Rep. Whitesides, George [D-CA-27], Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28], Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39], Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-52], Rep. Harder, Josh [D-CA-9], Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36], Rep. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2], Rep. Friedman, Laura [D-CA-30], Rep. Aguilar, Pete [D-CA-33], Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40], Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48], Rep. Pelosi, Nancy [D-CA-11], Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-CA-42], Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49], Rep. Bera, Ami [D-CA-6], Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-8], Rep. Jacobs, Sara [D-CA-51], Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22], Rep. Cisneros, Gilbert Ray [D-CA-31], Rep. Fong, Vince [R-CA-20], Rep. Gray, Adam [D-CA-13], Rep. Liccardo, Sam T. [D-CA-16], Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-4], Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-18], Rep. Gomez, Jimmy [D-CA-34], Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-14], Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1], Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5], Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10], Rep. Simon, Lateefah [D-CA-12], Rep. Rivas, Luz M. [D-CA-29], Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32], Rep. Kamlager-Dove, Sydney [D-CA-37], Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-41] and 1 more

Recent Actions

2025-12-10: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
2025-12-09: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2025-12-09: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5098)
2025-12-09: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5098)
2025-12-09: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2175.
2025-12-09: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5098-5099)
2025-12-09: Mr. Gill (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
2025-12-02: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 38 - 2.
2025-12-02: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
2025-03-18: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
2025-03-18: Introduced in House
2025-03-18: Introduced in House

Bill Versions

An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, as the "Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building". — issued 2025-12-09 — PDF (4 pages)
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, as the "Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building". — issued 2025-03-18 — PDF (2 pages)
An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, as the "Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building". — issued 2025-12-10 — PDF (2 pages)