To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 123 11th Avenue South in Nampa, Idaho, as the "Herbert A Littleton Postal Station".
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Became Public Law No: 111-56.
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AI Government Intelligence™This bill, designated as H.R. 2162 during the 111th Congress, officially names the United States Postal Service facility located at 123 11th Avenue South in Nampa, Idaho, as the "Herbert A Littleton Postal Station." The bill has been signed into law as Public Law No: 111-56 as of August 19, 2009. The legislation is a formal recognition and naming act without additional provisions or changes to postal operations.
H.R. 2162 is a commemorative naming bill that designates a specific USPS facility in Nampa, Idaho, as the Herbert A Littleton Postal Station and has been enacted into law.
- The bill designates a USPS facility at 123 11th Avenue South in Nampa, Idaho, with a new name honoring Herbert A Littleton.
- The legislation does not include any operational, funding, or regulatory changes to the USPS or other entities.
- The bill was passed by the House, enacted by the 111th Congress, and signed into law on August 19, 2009.
['United States Postal Service (USPS) through formal recognition of its facility', 'Local community of Nampa, Idaho, by having a USPS station named in honor of Herbert A Littleton', "Herbert A Littleton's legacy and associated family or community groups"]
['No direct implementation or cost concerns are indicated as the bill is a naming designation only.', 'No new authority or oversight provisions are created by this legislation.', 'Potential minor costs related to signage or administrative updates at the USPS facility may occur but are not specified.']
This bill is part of a common legislative practice where Congress designates names for federal buildings and facilities to honor individuals. It was introduced and passed during the 111th Congress and reflects a non-controversial, symbolic action within the policy area of Government Operations and Politics.
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['The naming may enhance community identity or pride in Nampa, Idaho.', "Herbert A Littleton's recognition could increase public awareness of his contributions.", 'Minor administrative updates at the USPS facility may be required to reflect the new name.']
As a naming designation bill, this legislation presents minimal transparency or oversight concerns. The absence of funding or operational changes reduces complexity. Oversight considerations would primarily involve ensuring accurate and timely implementation of the name change at the USPS facility.
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