To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 5225 Harrison Avenue in Rockford, Illinois, as the Jay P. Larson Post Office Building.
- Bill Number
- H.R. 2466
- 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
- 2026-07-10T14:58:30Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This legislation aims to honor Jay P. Larson by officially naming a United States Postal Service (USPS) facility in his name, recognizing his contributions or significance in the community.
Key Provisions
- Designation of Facility: The USPS building at 5225 Harrison Avenue in Rockford, Illinois, is designated as the "Jay P. Larson Post Office Building."
- References in Official Documents: 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, funding, or regulations. It is purely a renaming measure, which updates official nomenclature without altering the facility's functions or legal status.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: The USPS will need to update signage, stationery, and digital records to reflect the new name, involving minor administrative costs but no operational disruptions.
- On Citizens: Local residents in Rockford, Illinois, may see symbolic recognition of Jay P. Larson, potentially boosting community pride, but it has no direct effect on postal services or daily life.
- On International Relations: None; this is a domestic, local naming act with no foreign policy implications.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- United States Postal Service (USPS): Responsible for implementing the name change on the facility and in records.
- Local Community in Rockford, Illinois: Residents and community groups who may value the tribute to Jay P. Larson.
- Family and Associates of Jay P. Larson: Likely the primary beneficiaries of this honorary designation.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: This is a straightforward congressional naming resolution, which does not require presidential signature to take effect and aligns with routine practices for honoring individuals through federal facilities (no challenges to existing postal laws).
- Constitutional: No implications; it does not affect separation of powers, individual rights, or federal authority.
- Political: As a bipartisan, non-controversial bill passed by the House and referred to a Senate committee, it reflects common congressional efforts to commemorate local figures, with minimal partisan debate expected.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Cosponsors (16)
Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16], Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5], Rep. Schneider, Bradley Scott [D-IL-10], Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9], Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8], Rep. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13], Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11], Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2], Rep. García, Jesús G. "Chuy" [D-IL-4], Rep. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6], Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3], Rep. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14], Rep. Jackson, Jonathan L. [D-IL-1], Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12], Rep. Miller, Mary E. [R-IL-15], Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]
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 H5097)
- 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 H5097)
- 2025-12-09: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2466.
- 2025-12-09: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5097)
- 2025-12-09: Mr. Gill (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- 2025-12-02: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 38 - 2.
- 2025-12-02: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- 2025-03-27: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 2025-03-27: Introduced in House
- 2025-03-27: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 5225 Harrison Avenue in Rockford, Illinois, as the "Jay P. Larson Post Office Building". — issued 2025-12-09 — PDF (4 pages)
- To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 5225 Harrison Avenue in Rockford, Illinois, as the "Jay P. Larson Post Office Building". — issued 2025-03-27 — PDF (2 pages)
- An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 5225 Harrison Avenue in Rockford, Illinois, as the "Jay P. Larson Post Office Building". — issued 2025-12-10 — PDF (2 pages)