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To direct the United States Postal Service to designate single, unique ZIP Codes for certain communities, and for other purposes.

1/4/2025, 11:17 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8753

Bill 118 hr 8753, also known as the "ZIP Code Designation Act," aims to direct the United States Postal Service (USPS) to assign single, unique ZIP Codes to specific communities. This legislation is intended to streamline mail delivery and improve efficiency within the postal system.

The bill proposes that certain communities, which may currently share ZIP Codes with neighboring areas, be given their own distinct ZIP Codes. This would help to prevent confusion and ensure that mail is accurately delivered to the correct locations.

In addition to the primary goal of creating unique ZIP Codes for designated communities, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to postal service operations. These additional purposes may include addressing issues such as mail sorting, delivery routes, and postal service infrastructure. Overall, the ZIP Code Designation Act seeks to enhance the effectiveness and reliability of the USPS by providing clear and specific ZIP Codes for certain communities. This legislation aims to improve the efficiency of mail delivery and ensure that postal services meet the needs of all Americans.

Congressional Summary of HR 8753

This bill requires the U.S Postal Service to designate a single, unique ZIP Code for each of the following 31 communities:

  • Eastvale, California;
  • Castle Pines, Colorado;
  • Centennial, Colorado;
  • Lone Tree, Colorado;
  • Silver Cliff, Colorado;
  • Superior, Colorado;
  • Goose Creek, Connecticut;
  • Scotland, Connecticut;
  • Estero, Florida;
  • Ft. Myers, Florida;
  • Hollywood, Florida;
  • Miami Lakes, Florida;
  • Ocoee, Florida;
  • Oakland Park, Florida;
  • The Villages, Florida
  • Burr Ridge, Illinois;
  • Urbandale, Iowa;
  • Carmel, Indiana;
  • Swanzey, New Hampshire;
  • Kinnelon, New Jersey;
  • Flanders, New York;
  • Glendale, New York;
  • Riverside, New York;
  • Northampton, New York;
  • Sargent, Texas;
  • Fairlawn, Virginia;
  • Caledonia, Wisconsin;
  • Franklin, Wisconsin;
  • Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin;
  • Somers, Wisconsin; and
  • Mills, Wyoming.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8753

Bill HR 8753 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since December 12, 2024. Bill HR 8753 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 14, 2024.  Bill HR 8753's most recent activity was Received in the Senate. as of December 12, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8753

Total Number of Sponsors
7
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
7
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
14
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8753

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8753

To direct the United States Postal Service to designate single, unique ZIP Codes for certain communities, and for other purposes.
To direct the United States Postal Service to designate single, unique ZIP Codes for certain communities, and for other purposes.

Comments

Oaklee Best profile image

Oaklee Best

1,098

1 year ago

OMG, this bill is so dumb! Why do we need to have unique ZIP codes for certain communities? Who even benefits from this?? #confused

Christian Bowden profile image

Christian Bowden

1,082

1 year ago

I don't think this is a good idea, why do we need this?

Kali Ellis profile image

Kali Ellis

1,007

1 year ago

I think this bill is good idea. It will help make sure each community has its own unique ZIP code. This will make it easier for mail to get to the right place. I think this bill will have a positive impact in the long run.

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8753

Lauren Boebert
Lauren Boebert
ColoradoRepublican
Bryan Steil
Bryan Steil
WisconsinRepublican
Troy E. Nehls
Troy E. Nehls
TexasRepublican
Nick LaLota
Nick LaLota
New YorkRepublican
H. Morgan Griffith
H. Morgan Griffith
VirginiaRepublican
Byron Donalds
Byron Donalds
FloridaRepublican

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