A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 154 First Avenue East in Jerome, Idaho, as the "Representative Maxine Bell Post Office". | ChamberLight
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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 24Government buildings, facilities, and propertyIdaho
A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 154 First Avenue East in Jerome, Idaho, as the "Representative Maxine Bell Post Office".
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters primarily for symbolic reasons and local recognition. If it becomes law, it permanently honors Representative Maxine Bell by dedicating a public building in her name, celebrating her contributions, likely to the community or state of Idaho.
For the average voter, the real-world impact is minimal beyond the name change itself. It doesn't alter postal services, delivery times, or the cost of stamps. However, it signifies a legislative body using its power to acknowledge individuals through public memorials, a common practice for honoring public servants. If it doesn't become law, the post office simply retains its current, likely generic, name.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Designates the U.S. Postal Service facility at 154 First Avenue East in Jerome, Idaho, as the "Representative Maxine Bell Post Office."
This officially renames the specific post office, giving it a new, dedicated identity.
PROVISION 02
Requires all official documents, maps, regulations, and records to refer to the facility by its new name.
This ensures the name change is consistently applied across all government records and public references.
REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 7, 2025
Senate BillS 24Government buildings, facilities, and propertyIdaho
A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 154 First Avenue East in Jerome, Idaho, as the "Representative Maxine Bell Post Office".
This bill matters primarily for symbolic reasons and local recognition. If it becomes law, it permanently honors Representative Maxine Bell by dedicating a public building in her name, celebrating her contributions, likely to the community or state of Idaho.
For the average voter, the real-world impact is minimal beyond the name change itself. It doesn't alter postal services, delivery times, or the cost of stamps. However, it signifies a legislative body using its power to acknowledge individuals through public memorials, a common practice for honoring public servants. If it doesn't become law, the post office simply retains its current, likely generic, name.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Designates the U.S. Postal Service facility at 154 First Avenue East in Jerome, Idaho, as the "Representative Maxine Bell Post Office."
This officially renames the specific post office, giving it a new, dedicated identity.
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Requires all official documents, maps, regulations, and records to refer to the facility by its new name.
This ensures the name change is consistently applied across all government records and public references.
GLOSSARY
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Designate
To officially name or set aside for a specific purpose.
Facility
A building, area, or service provided for a particular purpose.
United States Postal Service (USPS)
An independent agency of the executive branch of the U.S. federal government responsible for providing postal service in the United States.
Congressional Bills
Draft laws proposed in the U.S. Congress, either the House of Representatives or the Senate.
Introduced in Senate (IS)
Indicates that a bill has been formally presented for consideration in the U.S. Senate.
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SEP 14
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Paul without amendment. Without written report.
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SEP 14
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 572.
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AUG 6
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
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AUG 6
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.