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HR 8868118th CongressFailed / ExpiredHouse

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 609 Portsmouth Avenue in Greenland, New Hampshire, as the "Chief Michael Maloney Post Office Building".

Policy Area: Government Operations and Politics
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Origin Chamber
House
Last Updated
Jul 17, 2026
Latest Action Date
Jan 4, 2025

Latest Action

Became Public Law No: 118-254.

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Executive Summary

This bill, H.R. 8868 from the 118th Congress, designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 609 Portsmouth Avenue in Greenland, New Hampshire, as the "Chief Michael Maloney Post Office Building." The bill has become Public Law No: 118-254 as of January 4, 2025. There is no additional legislative text or summary provided beyond the naming designation.

Bottom Line

H.R. 8868 officially names a USPS facility in Greenland, New Hampshire, after Chief Michael Maloney, formalizing this designation into law.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The bill specifically names a USPS facility at 609 Portsmouth Avenue in Greenland, NH.
  • The designation honors Chief Michael Maloney by naming the post office building after him.
  • The bill was enacted into law on January 4, 2025, becoming Public Law No: 118-254.
Who Benefits?

['United States Postal Service', 'Local community of Greenland, New Hampshire', 'Family and associates of Chief Michael Maloney']

Potential Concerns

['No detailed implementation or funding provisions are included, limiting oversight or cost considerations.', 'The bill does not specify any operational changes or additional authority related to the USPS facility.', 'No information on maintenance or signage costs related to the renaming is provided.']

Political Context

This bill is part of a common legislative practice of naming federal buildings to honor individuals. It passed the House and was enacted into law, reflecting bipartisan agreement on this specific designation. The policy area is categorized under Government Operations and Politics.

Hidden Impact Review

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Indirect Effects

['The renaming may enhance community recognition and local historical awareness related to Chief Michael Maloney.', 'Potential minor administrative costs for USPS related to updating signage and official records.', 'Sets precedent for future naming or renaming of federal facilities in the region.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The bill is straightforward with no complex policy or operational changes. Transparency considerations focus on the absence of explicit funding or cost provisions for the renaming process. Oversight bodies may monitor USPS implementation to ensure costs are managed within existing budgets.

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

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