Bill to rename southeast Houston post office in honor of Vanessa Guillén expected to pass Wednesday

– A US Post Office could soon bear the name of beloved US Army Specialist Vanessa Guillén.

Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29) is leading a bipartisan bill to rename the post office on Galveston Road in Houston after her constituent, SPC Vanessa Guillén.

The vote is expected to take place this week. The family hopes that Vanessa Guillén's legacy will continue to make a positive impact on military and civilian communities nationwide and here in the Greater Houston area.

"She's no longer physically with us, but in spirit, her memory has done so many good things," Mayra Guillén, Vanessa's older sister, said.

Vanessa is a name that's brought change, inspiration and everlasting memories to people in Houston.

"She was committed to serving and protecting, not only her country, but her family," Mayra said.

At 5302 Galveston Road, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia is hoping the US Post Office there will also bear Vanessa's name.

Garcia wants to honor the life of Vanessa after she died at her Fort Hood Army base, murdered by another soldier.

Vanessa's story led to a landmark change in the military code that moved sexual assault and harassment investigations outside of the military's chain of command.

Her family said they are honored to have her name considered for this bill.

"Congresswoman Garcia strongly spoke in support of her bill, H.R.224, which is a bipartisan bill to rename the post office on Galveston Road in Houston after her constituent, SPC Vanessa Guillén on the House floor tonight," said a spokesperson from Rep. Sylvia Garcia's office. "If all goes accordingly, the bill is expected to pass the House tomorrow."