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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.
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
7Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
7Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
18Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
14Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8753
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate 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
693
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
673
1 year ago
I don't think this is a good idea, why do we need this?
Kali Ellis
619
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
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