H.R. 1706Passed one chamberGovernment & democracy
Buffalo post office to be renamed for William J. Donovan
Data as of July 22, 2026
HR 1706 renames a Buffalo USPS building the "William J. Donovan Post Office Building."AI-decoded30-second read · 4 questions answered below
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AI-decodedWhat does this do?
This bill renames the United States Postal Service facility at 1200 William Street, Room 200, in Buffalo, New York, as the "William J. Donovan Post Office Building." Future government documents, maps, and records referencing the facility must use the new name.
Who does it affect?
The change mainly affects the local Buffalo community and postal customers who use that specific location, along with official records referencing the building.
Why does it matter?
As a ceremonial measure, it does not change postal operations, services, or funding, and has no broader impact on national policy, taxes, or government spending.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote
- Senate — You are here
- President's desk
Right now: it passed the House and now goes to the Senate. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1200 William Street, Room 200, in Buffalo, New York, as the William J. Donovan Post Office Building.
- Introduced:
- February 27, 2025
- Latest action:
- April 15, 2026
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Read the official bill on Congress.gov