To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2200 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York, as the "Wallie Howard Jr. Post Office Building".
- Bill Number
- H.R. 6099
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-04-29: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
- Last Updated
- 2026-05-18T15:30:09Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This bill aims to honor Wallie Howard Jr., a fallen police officer from Syracuse, New York, by officially naming a United States Postal Service (USPS) facility after him. The purpose is symbolic, recognizing his service and sacrifice through a permanent designation.
Key Provisions
- Designation of Facility: The USPS building at 2200 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York, is to be known as the "Wallie Howard Jr. Post Office Building."
- Updating References: Any mention of this facility in U.S. laws, maps, regulations, documents, or records must now refer to it by the new name.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- This bill introduces no substantive changes to postal operations, laws, or regulations. It solely updates the official name of one specific USPS facility, requiring future references in official U.S. materials to reflect the new designation. Such naming bills are common and do not alter the facility's functions or funding.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: The USPS may need to update signage, stationery, and digital records at minimal cost, with no broader operational changes. Administrative bodies handling federal documents will adjust references over time.
- On Citizens: Local residents in Syracuse, particularly in the community served by this post office, may experience increased civic pride and awareness of Wallie Howard Jr.'s legacy. No direct impacts on services or daily life for the general public.
- On International Relations: None; this is a domestic, local honor with no international implications.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- United States Postal Service (USPS): Responsible for implementing the name change on-site and in records.
- Local Syracuse Community: Including residents, businesses, and police department members who knew or honor Wallie Howard Jr., a Syracuse officer killed in the line of duty in 2016.
- Family and Associates of Wallie Howard Jr.: The designation serves as a tribute to his memory.
- Bipartisan Sponsors: A group of 18 New York representatives from both parties introduced the bill, indicating broad local support.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: Straightforward and non-controversial; naming federal facilities is a routine congressional power under Article I of the U.S. Constitution, with no challenges anticipated. It requires no additional funding or executive action beyond USPS compliance.
- Constitutional: No implications, as it does not affect individual rights, separation of powers, or federalism.
- Political: Demonstrates rare bipartisan unity among New York lawmakers on a local issue, potentially fostering goodwill in the district without partisan division. If passed, it would add to the list of over 700 similar post office naming bills enacted since 2000, highlighting Congress's role in commemorating public servants.
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Sponsor
Rep. Mannion, John W. [D-NY-22]
Cosponsors (20)
Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1], Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2], Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3], Rep. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4], Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6], Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7], Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10], Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12], Rep. Ocasio-Cortez, Alexandria [D-NY-14], Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15], Rep. Latimer, George [D-NY-16], Rep. Riley, Josh [D-NY-19], Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20], Rep. Langworthy, Nicholas A. [R-NY-23], Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24], Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25], Rep. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26], Rep. McDonald Rivet, Kristen [D-MI-8], Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9], Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11]
Recent Actions
- 2026-04-29: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
- 2026-04-29: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- 2025-11-18: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 2025-11-18: Introduced in House
- 2025-11-18: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4764)
- 2025-11-18: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2200 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York, as the "Wallie Howard Jr. Post Office Building". — issued 2025-11-18 — PDF (2 pages)