Bills/H.R. 397

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 216 Cumberland Street in Rochester, New York, as the "Minister Franklin Florence Memorial Post Office".

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 216 Cumberland Street in Rochester, New York, as the "Minister Franklin Florence Memorial Post Office".

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Plain Language Summary

# HR 397 Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would rename a U.S. Postal Service building located at 216 Cumberland Street in Rochester, New York. Instead of its current name, it would be called the "Minister Franklin Florence Memorial Post Office." The bill is a commemorative measure—it doesn't change how the post office operates or affect its services. **Who It Affects and Current Status** The bill would primarily honor Minister Franklin Florence through this naming.

It was introduced by Representative Joseph Morelle (D-NY) and currently remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. These types of naming bills are relatively common in Congress as a way to recognize notable individuals.

CRS Official Summary

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 216 Cumberland Street in Rochester, New York, as the "Minister Franklin Florence Memorial Post Office".

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Latest Action

April 30, 2025

Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 15.

Subjects

Congressional tributesGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyNew York StatePostal service

Sponsor

25 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
January 14, 2025
Last Updated
April 30, 2025
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