To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 300 Macedonia Lane in Knoxville, Tennessee, as the Reverend Harold Middlebrook Post Office Building.
- Bill Number
- H.R. 1372
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2025-12-10: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-10T15:08:30Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This legislation aims to honor Reverend Harold Middlebrook by naming a United States Postal Service (USPS) facility in Knoxville, Tennessee, after him. It is a ceremonial act to recognize his contributions, likely in community or civil rights work, though the bill itself does not detail his background.
Key Provisions
- Designation of Facility: The USPS building at 300 Macedonia Lane in Knoxville, Tennessee, is officially named the "Reverend Harold Middlebrook Post Office Building."
- Updating References: Any mentions 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 facility and requires consistent referencing in government materials, which is a standard process for such naming resolutions.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: The USPS will need to update signage, stationery, and digital records for this single location, involving minimal administrative costs (typically covered by congressional appropriations for such honors).
- On Citizens: Local residents in Knoxville may experience a sense of community pride, with no direct effects on postal services or daily life. It has no broader national or international implications.
- On International Relations: None; this is a domestic, localized honor.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- United States Postal Service (USPS): Responsible for implementing the name change on-site and in official communications.
- Local Community in Knoxville, Tennessee: Residents, particularly those connected to Reverend Middlebrook's legacy, who may benefit from the recognition.
- Family and Associates of Reverend Harold Middlebrook: They gain formal acknowledgment of his contributions through this naming.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: This is a straightforward naming act under congressional authority to designate federal facilities (per 39 U.S.C. § 303, which allows such honors without altering USPS functions). It requires no additional funding or regulatory changes.
- Constitutional: No issues; it aligns with Congress's power to manage federal properties and does not infringe on free speech, equality, or other rights.
- Political: As a bipartisan, non-controversial resolution (passed by the House and referred to a Senate committee), it serves as a low-stakes way for lawmakers to pay tribute to local figures, potentially building goodwill in the district without sparking debate.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Cosponsors (8)
Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7], Rep. Fleischmann, Charles J. "Chuck" [R-TN-3], Rep. Rose, John W. [R-TN-6], Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9], Rep. Harshbarger, Diana [R-TN-1], Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5], Rep. DesJarlais, Scott [R-TN-4], Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8]
Recent Actions
- 2025-12-10: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- 2025-12-09: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2025-12-09: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5099)
- 2025-12-09: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5099)
- 2025-12-09: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1372.
- 2025-12-09: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5099-5100)
- 2025-12-09: Mr. Gill (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- 2025-04-30: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 15.
- 2025-04-30: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- 2025-02-14: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Gov Reform.
- 2025-02-14: Introduced in House
- 2025-02-14: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 300 Macedonia Lane in Knoxville, Tennessee, as the "Reverend Harold Middlebrook Post Office Building". — issued 2025-12-09 — PDF (4 pages)
- To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 300 Macedonia Lane in Knoxville, Tennessee, as the "Reverend Harold Middlebrook Post Office Building". — issued 2025-02-14 — PDF (2 pages)
- An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 300 Macedonia Lane in Knoxville, Tennessee, as the "Reverend Harold Middlebrook Post Office Building". — issued 2025-12-10 — PDF (2 pages)