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To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 101 West Washington Street in Charles Town, West Virginia, as the "Corporal Frank Buckles Post Office".

12/29/2022, 5:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8082

Bill 117 hr 8082, also known as the "Corporal Frank Buckles Post Office Act," aims to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 101 West Washington Street in Charles Town, West Virginia, as the "Corporal Frank Buckles Post Office." This bill honors the memory of Corporal Frank Buckles, the last surviving American veteran of World War I, who passed away in 2011 at the age of 110.

The bill seeks to recognize Corporal Buckles' service and sacrifice by naming the post office in his hometown after him. Corporal Buckles enlisted in the US Army at the age of 16 and served as an ambulance driver in Europe during World War I. He later became a prisoner of war in the Philippines during World War II.

By designating the post office in Charles Town as the "Corporal Frank Buckles Post Office," this bill aims to pay tribute to Corporal Buckles' remarkable life and service to his country. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by all veterans, especially those who served in the Great War. Overall, Bill 117 hr 8082 seeks to honor Corporal Frank Buckles and ensure that his legacy is remembered and celebrated in his hometown of Charles Town, West Virginia.

Congressional Summary of HR 8082

Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 101 West Washington Street in Charles Town, West Virginia, as the "Corporal Frank Buckles Post Office."

Current Status of Bill HR 8082

Bill HR 8082 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2022. Bill HR 8082 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 15, 2022.  Bill HR 8082's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of June 15, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8082

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8082

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8082

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 101 West Washington Street in Charles Town, West Virginia, as the "Corporal Frank Buckles Post Office".
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 101 West Washington Street in Charles Town, West Virginia, as the "Corporal Frank Buckles Post Office".

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