01 — The Text
What.
- Renames the USPS facility at 201 East Grant Avenue in Georgetown, Ohio to the 'Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building.'
- Honors the 18th president and Georgetown native through official building designation.
- No new funding or operational changes required.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Georgetown residents and Grant history enthusiasts gain a formal tribute to the local figure.
- The post office's official name changes; mail delivery and services remain unchanged.
- Symbolic gesture with no fiscal impact—purely commemorative.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- House passed it July 13, 2026. Now in Senate committee (Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs) as of July 14.
- Senate committee must vote to advance it, then full Senate votes. Routine naming bills typically pass.
- Contact your senator if you want to express support or opposition.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jul 14, 2026 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Jul 13, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Jul 13, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4387)
- Jul 13, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4387)
- Jul 13, 2026 — DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 7809.
- Jul 13, 2026 — Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4387-4388)
- Jul 13, 2026 — Mr. Sessions moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- Apr 29, 2026 — Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.