Waupaca post office to be renamed for Master Sgt. Melvin O. Handrich
Placed on the calendarH.R. 5831Latest action
Sponsor: Tony Wied · Representative · WI
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Official title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 306 South Main Street in Waupaca, Wisconsin, as the "Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich Post Office Building".
119th Congress
Topics: Government & democracy
Introduced:
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HR 5831 renames the Waupaca, Wisconsin post office after Army Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich.
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What does this do?
The bill officially renames the USPS post office at 306 South Main Street in Waupaca, Wisconsin as the "Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich Post Office Building." Future government documents, maps, and records referring to the building must use this new name.
Who does it affect?
Residents of Waupaca, Wisconsin who use the post office will see the name change reflected on the building and in official records. The Postal Service will need to update signage and documentation.
Why does it matter?
This is a symbolic and administrative action honoring a military service member, not a policy change. It does not affect postal services, funding, hours, or operations at the location.
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Based on the “Reported to Senate” text of Sep 14, 2026.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedOct 24, 2025
- House committee
- House vote
- SenateYou are here · Sep 14, 2026
- The president's desk
Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 607.