Renaming a U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint in Uvalde County, Texas

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The Frame

What this does

This legislation mandates that all official federal documents, maps, and regulations update their references to this specific to reflect the new name, ensuring the memorial designation is recognized in all government records.

Who is mentioned in the record

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United States Border Patrol

The agency must update its official records and references to the checkpoint to reflect the new name.

Uvalde County residents

Local residents will see the new name reflected on official maps and federal documents regarding the local checkpoint.

What changed

Current stage: IN_COMMITTEE.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Background

Senator John Cornyn represents Texas, where the checkpoint is located. context
Commemorative naming bills are a common legislative practice used to honor individuals who have served in federal agencies. context

Summary

This bill proposes to officially rename the U.S. Border Patrol on U.S. Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, as the 'James R. Dominguez Border Patrol Checkpoint.' The renaming honors the late Border Patrol Agent James R. Dominguez, who died in the line of duty in 2012 while clearing roadway debris.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this bill change the operations or location of the checkpoint?

No, the bill only changes the official name of the for memorial purposes; it does not alter its location or operational procedures.

Who was James R. Dominguez?

He was a U.S. Border Patrol Agent who served for over 12 years and died in 2012 while attempting to clear a roadway hazard to protect the community.

Why It Matters

This legislation mandates that all official federal documents, maps, and regulations update their references to this specific to reflect the new name, ensuring the memorial designation is recognized in all government records.

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Commemorative Naming Pattern

The bill follows a standard federal pattern of using legislation to rename infrastructure to honor fallen federal employees.

James R. Dominguez United States Border Patrol

Connected Entities

personJoe Manchin“He co-sponsored the bill.”Map →

bill_numberS. 4908“This is the number of the bill.”Map →

personJohn Cornyn“He introduced the bill to the Senate.”Map →

dollar_amount90“The checkpoint is located on this highway.”Map →

organizationUnited States Border Patrol“The checkpoint is part of this agency.”Map →

personTed Cruz“He co-sponsored the bill.”Map →

dollar_amount4908“This is the number of the bill.”Map →

locationTexas“The checkpoint is located in this state.”Map →

personJames R. Dominguez“The bill is named after him and aims to honor his memory.”Map →

date2000“Agent Dominguez started his service in this year.”Map →

personKyrsten Sinema“She co-sponsored the bill.”Map →

dollar_amount2024“The bill is named after this year.”Map →

locationUvalde County“The checkpoint is located in this county.”Map →

dateJuly 31, 2024“The bill was introduced on this date.”Map →

dateJuly 19, 2012“Agent Dominguez was killed on this date.”Map →

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