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HR 5476118th CongressFailed / ExpiredHouse

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1077 River Road, Suite 1, in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania, as the "Susan C. Barnhart Post Office".

Policy Area: Government Operations and Politics
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Origin Chamber
House
Last Updated
Dec 5, 2025
Latest Action Date
Nov 25, 2024

Latest Action

Became Public Law No: 118-116.

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Executive Summary

This bill designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 1077 River Road, Suite 1, in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania, as the "Susan C. Barnhart Post Office." The legislation is a formal naming measure that honors an individual by assigning their name to a federal building. The bill was introduced in the House during the 118th Congress and subsequently became Public Law No: 118-116 on November 25, 2024.

Bottom Line

The bill officially names a USPS facility in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania, after Susan C. Barnhart, becoming law in late 2024.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The bill applies specifically to the USPS facility at 1077 River Road, Suite 1, Washington Crossing, PA.
  • It designates the facility as the "Susan C. Barnhart Post Office."
  • The bill was enacted into law as Public Law No: 118-116 on November 25, 2024.
Who Benefits?

['United States Postal Service', 'Local community of Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania', 'Susan C. Barnhart (honoree or related parties)']

Potential Concerns

['No detailed cost or funding information is provided, though naming federal facilities typically involves minimal expenses.', 'The bill does not specify any changes to USPS operations or authority beyond the naming.', 'Oversight or enforcement considerations are not applicable as this is a naming designation.']

Political Context

Naming federal buildings and facilities after individuals is a common congressional practice to honor notable persons. Such bills typically receive bipartisan support and are non-controversial. This bill was introduced in the House and successfully enacted during the 118th Congress.

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Operational Impact
Indirect Effects

['The naming may enhance community identity and local recognition of the USPS facility.', 'It may contribute to preserving the legacy or memory of Susan C. Barnhart within the community.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The bill is straightforward with no complex provisions or funding mechanisms, limiting transparency concerns. The absence of a full bill text and official summary restricts detailed analysis but does not impede understanding of the bill's primary purpose as a naming designation.

Passage Likelihood: HighConfidence: 90%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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