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Belen, New Mexico Post Office Renamed to Honor Senator Dennis Chávez

This legal act renames the post office in Belen, New Mexico, in honor of former U.S. Senator Dennis Chávez. For citizens, this simply means a change in the building's name, with no impact on postal services or daily operations. It is a symbolic tribute to a historical figure.
Key points
The post office at 400 North Main Street in Belen, New Mexico, will be designated as the “U.S. Senator Dennis Chávez Post Office”.
The name change does not affect postal services or how citizens use the facility.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8630
Sponsor: Rep. Stansbury, Melanie Ann [D-NM-1]
Process start date: 2022-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 400 North Main Street in Belen, New Mexico, as the "U.S. Senator Dennis Chávez Post Office".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8630.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The post office at 400 North Main Street in Belen, New Mexico, will be designated as the “U.S. Senator Dennis Chávez Post Office”.
  • The name change does not affect postal services or how citizens use the facility.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Stansbury, Melanie Ann [D-NM-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 24 - 16.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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