Marshfield post office would be renamed for astronomer Edwin Hubble
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Sponsor: Eric Schmitt · Senator · MO
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Official title: A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 203 North Clay Street in Marshfield, Missouri, shall be known and designated as the "Edwin P. Hubble Post Office".
119th Congress
Topics: Government & democracy
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The bill renames a Marshfield, Missouri post office as the "Edwin P. Hubble Post Office" in his honor.
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What does this do?
This bill renames the USPS building at 203 North Clay Street in Marshfield, Missouri, as the "Edwin P. Hubble Post Office." Future official references to the building in laws, maps, and documents must use this new name. The physical building, mail services, and operations remain unchanged.
Who does it affect?
The change affects the Marshfield, Missouri community and local postal operations. Edwin Hubble, the astronomer being honored, was born in Marshfield.
Why does it matter?
This is a ceremonial action with no effect on postal policy, funding, or operations beyond the name change. It does not impact the general public outside the local area.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 11, 2026
- Senate committee
- Senate voteYou are here · Sep 14, 2026
- House
- The president's desk
Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 586.