To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2121 Meridian Park Boulevard in Concord, California, as the "Carl Jefferson Post Office Building".

Bill Number: H.R. 6849
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 1
Policy Area: Government Operations and Politics
Status: Introduced
Latest Action: 2025-12-18: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Last Updated: 2026-07-10T08:06:36Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

This legislation aims to honor Carl Jefferson by officially naming a United States Postal Service (USPS) facility in Concord, California, after him. It is a symbolic gesture to recognize his contributions, though the bill does not specify details about his background.

Key Provisions

Designation: The USPS facility at 2121 Meridian Park Boulevard in Concord, California, is designated as the "Carl Jefferson Post Office Building."
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, services, or regulations.
It only updates the official name of the facility, requiring future references in official U.S. materials to align with the new designation. This is a common type of non-binding renaming provision that does not alter legal rights or obligations.

Potential Impacts

On Government Agencies: The USPS will need to update signage, stationery, and records to reflect the new name, involving minor administrative costs but no operational disruptions.
On Citizens: Local residents in Concord, California, may see increased community pride or awareness of Carl Jefferson's legacy through the renamed post office. It has no direct effect on postal services or fees for the public.
On International Relations: None; this is a domestic, local naming action with no global implications.

Main Stakeholders Affected

United States Postal Service (USPS): Responsible for implementing the name change on the facility.
Local Community in Concord, California: Residents and visitors who use the post office, benefiting from the honorary recognition.
Family and Associates of Carl Jefferson: Indirectly honored through the naming, potentially preserving his legacy in public memory.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal: The bill is straightforward and requires no new funding or authority; it operates under Congress's power to name federal facilities (a routine practice under Article I of the U.S. Constitution, which grants legislative authority over federal property).
Constitutional: No issues; naming bills like this do not infringe on free speech, due process, or other rights.
Political: As a bipartisan, low-stakes measure introduced by Representative DeSaulnier, it serves to commemorate an individual without controversy. If passed, it would require simple approval by Congress and the President, with referral to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability for review.

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Sponsor

Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10]

Cosponsors (14)

Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7], Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15], Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19], Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26], Rep. Jacobs, Sara [D-CA-51], Rep. Liccardo, Sam T. [D-CA-16], Rep. Aguilar, Pete [D-CA-33], Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25], Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50], Rep. Obernolte, Jay [R-CA-23], Rep. Cisneros, Gilbert Ray [D-CA-31], Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49], Rep. Bera, Ami [D-CA-6], Rep. Costa, Jim [D-CA-21]

Recent Actions

2025-12-18: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
2025-12-18: Introduced in House
2025-12-18: Introduced in House

Bill Versions

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2121 Meridian Park Boulevard in Concord, California, as the "Carl Jefferson Post Office Building". — issued 2025-12-18 — PDF (2 pages)