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S 4803118th CongressFailed / ExpiredSenate

A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 31143 State Highway 65 in Pengilly, Minnesota, as the "First Lieutenant Richard Arne Koski Post Office".

Policy Area: Government Operations and Politics
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Origin Chamber
Senate
Last Updated
Dec 5, 2025
Latest Action Date
Dec 20, 2024

Latest Action

Held at the desk.

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Executive Summary

This bill proposes to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 31143 State Highway 65 in Pengilly, Minnesota, as the "First Lieutenant Richard Arne Koski Post Office." The bill does not include additional provisions beyond the naming of this postal facility. The latest recorded action is that the bill was held at the desk, and it has since failed or expired without further legislative progress.

Bottom Line

The bill sought to honor First Lieutenant Richard Arne Koski by naming a postal facility after him, but it did not advance and has expired.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The bill is a Senate bill numbered S.4803 in the 118th Congress.
  • Its sole purpose is to rename a USPS facility in Pengilly, Minnesota.
  • The bill was held at the desk and ultimately failed or expired without enactment.
Who Benefits?

['United States Postal Service', 'Residents of Pengilly, Minnesota', 'Family and associates of First Lieutenant Richard Arne Koski']

Potential Concerns

['No specific implementation or cost details are provided in the bill text.', 'The bill does not specify funding sources or oversight mechanisms for the renaming process.', 'As a naming bill, it carries minimal policy tradeoffs but requires administrative action by USPS.']

Political Context

Naming federal buildings and facilities after individuals is a common legislative practice to honor persons of significance. Such bills typically have limited policy implications and are often noncontroversial. This bill did not advance beyond being held at the desk and expired in the 118th Congress.

Hidden Impact Review

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Indirect Effects

['The renaming may enhance local community recognition and pride associated with First Lieutenant Richard Arne Koski.', 'Administrative actions by USPS to update signage and official records may be required.', 'Potential minor costs related to the renaming process could affect USPS operational budgets.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The bill lacks detailed text and funding information, which limits transparency regarding administrative or financial impacts. The legislative status indicates it did not progress, highlighting the importance of tracking procedural outcomes for such naming bills. Oversight considerations include ensuring USPS manages the renaming process efficiently and cost-effectively.

Passage Likelihood: LowConfidence: 95%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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