To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 28 East Airy Street in Norristown, Pennsylvania, as the "Charles L. Blockson Post Office Building".
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 28 East Airy Street in Norristown, Pennsylvania, as the "Charles L. Blockson Post Office Building".
Plain Language Summary
# Summary of HR 1673 **What the Bill Does** This bill would rename the U.S. Postal Service building located at 28 East Airy Street in Norristown, Pennsylvania to the "Charles L. Blockson Post Office Building." It's a commemorative measure that honors someone named Charles L. Blockson by officially designating the local post office building in his name. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill is primarily symbolic and would directly affect the Norriton postal facility and the community it serves.
While renaming a federal building doesn't change its operations or services, it represents a public tribute. The bill was introduced by Representative Madeleine Dean (D-PA-4) and falls under congressional tributes and government property matters. **Current Status** As of now, HR 1673 remains in committee and has not advanced further in the legislative process. Bills like this are typically less urgent than legislation affecting policy or funding, so they often move slowly through Congress.
CRS Official Summary
This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 28 East Airy Street in Norristown, Pennsylvania, as the "Charles L. Blockson Post Office Building".
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.