To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 200 1st Avenue Southeast in Austin, Minnesota, as the "John Madden Memorial Post Office".
- Bill Number
- H.R. 9025
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-05-26: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-03T15:50:09Z
AI-Generated Summary
Summary of H.R. 9025
Purpose of the Legislation
This bill aims to honor John Madden by officially naming a specific United States Postal Service facility after him.
Key Provisions Outlined
- Designation: The United States Postal Service facility at 200 1st Avenue Southeast in Austin, Minnesota, is to be known and designated as the "John Madden Memorial Post Office."
- References: Any existing law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other United States record referring to this facility must now be treated as referring to the "John Madden Memorial Post Office."
Significant Changes to Existing Law Introduced
The bill creates a new official name for the postal facility, replacing its prior generic designation in all federal records and references. No other alterations to broader postal or naming laws are made.
Potential Impacts
- Government Agencies: The United States Postal Service would update its records, signage, and operations to reflect the new name.
- Citizens: Residents and visitors in Austin, Minnesota, would see the change in local postal services and related documentation.
- International Relations: No effects identified.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- United States Postal Service (for implementation).
- Residents and businesses in Austin, Minnesota.
- Individuals or groups connected to John Madden.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
This is a standard commemorative naming measure with no apparent conflicts under the Constitution or existing federal law. It follows common congressional practice for honoring individuals through public facility designations.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (6)
Rep. Emmer, Tom [R-MN-6], Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8], Rep. Fischbach, Michelle [R-MN-7], Rep. Morrison, Kelly [D-MN-3], Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2], Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4]
Recent Actions
- 2026-05-26: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 2026-05-26: Introduced in House
- 2026-05-26: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 200 1st Avenue Southeast in Austin, Minnesota, as the "John Madden Memorial Post Office". — issued 2026-05-26 — PDF (2 pages)