To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10 East Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, as the "Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post Office Building".

House Bill

H.R. 7517

119th Congress

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10 East Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, as the "Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post Office Building".

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2204)

Introduced:Feb 12, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Glenn Thompson

R - PA

Cosponsors

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Summary

This bill would officially rename the post office located on Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, in honor of Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post office naming bills are a common way Congress recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to their local communities. The change would update the building's official name while postal services continue operating normally.

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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2204)

Introduced2/12/2026

StatusSponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2204)

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To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10 East Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, as the "Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post Office Building".

This bill would officially rename the post office located on Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, in honor of Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post office naming bills are a common way Congress recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to their

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This bill would officially rename the post office located on Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, in honor of Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post office naming bills are a common way Congress recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to their local communities. The change would update the building's official name while postal services continue operating normally.

Bill Number: 7517
Introduced: 2/12/2026
Status: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2204)

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Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10 East Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, as the "Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post Office Building".
Bill Number: 7517
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2204)
Introduced: 2/12/2026
Summary: This bill would officially rename the post office located on Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, in honor of Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post office naming bills are a common way Congress recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to their local communities. The change would upda

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would officially rename the post office located on Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, in honor of Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post office naming bills are a common way Congress recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to their local communities. The change would update the building's official name while postal services continue operating normally.

Last updated: 2/23/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Renames the Mahaffey, Pennsylvania post office at 10 East Main Street to honor Robert Allen Bishop, Sr.
Post office naming bills are ceremonial legislation that recognizes local heroes, veterans, or community leaders
The renaming would not affect postal operations, services, or hours at this location
These bills typically receive bipartisan support and pass with little controversy as they honor local community members

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill primarily affects residents of Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, and those connected to Robert Allen Bishop, Sr.'s legacy. The practical impact is minimal—the post office will display a new name on its building and signage, while all mail services continue unchanged. This type of legislation serves to formally recognize individuals who have made meaningful contributions to their communities, preserving their memory in a permanent, visible way.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7517, 119th Congress (2026). "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10 East Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, as the "Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post Office Building".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7517

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