To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 80 Prospect Street in Avon, New York, as the Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz Memorial Post Office Building.

Bill Number: H.R. 323
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 Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz, likely a fallen law enforcement officer, by officially naming a United States Postal Service (USPS) facility in his memory. Such naming acts are common in Congress to recognize individuals' contributions or sacrifices.

Key Provisions

Designation of Facility: The USPS building at 80 Prospect Street in Avon, New York, is designated as the "Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz Memorial Post Office Building."
References in Official Documents: Any mention of this facility in U.S. laws, maps, regulations, documents, or records must now use 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 the facility, requiring future references to reflect the memorial designation.
Naming bills like this are routine and do not alter the facility's functions or legal status.

Potential Impacts

On Government Agencies: The USPS will need to update signage, stationery, and records to reflect the new name, involving minor administrative costs but no operational changes.
On Citizens: Local residents in Avon, New York, may feel a sense of community pride through this tribute; it has no direct effect on postal services or daily life for the broader public.
On International Relations: None; this is a domestic, localized honor with no foreign policy implications.

Main Stakeholders Affected

United States Postal Service (USPS): Responsible for implementing the name change on the facility.
Local Community in Avon, New York: Residents and officials who may participate in any dedication ceremony or benefit from the recognition.
Family and Colleagues of Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz: Directly honored by the memorial, providing a lasting tribute to his service.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal: The bill is straightforward and complies with existing congressional authority under Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution to establish post offices. It requires no new funding or regulatory adjustments.
Constitutional: No issues; naming facilities is a non-controversial exercise of legislative power.
Political: This is a symbolic, bipartisan gesture often used to commemorate local heroes, fostering goodwill without partisan debate. It passed the House on December 9, 2025, and was referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on December 10, 2025, indicating standard procedural progress.

This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.

Sponsor

Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24]

Cosponsors (24)

Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25], Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2], Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7], Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11], Rep. Ocasio-Cortez, Alexandria [D-NY-14], Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15], Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17], Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20], Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5], Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6], Rep. Langworthy, Nicholas A. [R-NY-23], Rep. Ryan, Patrick [D-NY-18], Rep. Latimer, George [D-NY-16], Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1], Rep. Riley, Josh [D-NY-19], Rep. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26], Rep. Mannion, John [D-NY-22], Rep. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4], Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3], Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12], Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10], Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13], Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9], Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]

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 H5093)
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 H5093)
2025-12-09: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 323.
2025-12-09: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5093-5094)
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
2025-01-09: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
2025-01-09: Introduced in House
2025-01-09: Introduced in House

Bill Versions

An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 80 Prospect Street in Avon, New York, as the "Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz Memorial Post Office Building". — issued 2025-12-09 — PDF (4 pages)
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 80 Prospect Street in Avon, New York, as the "Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz Memorial Post Office Building". — issued 2025-01-09 — PDF (2 pages)
An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 80 Prospect Street in Avon, New York, as the "Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz Memorial Post Office Building". — issued 2025-12-10 — PDF (2 pages)