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Naming Battle Creek Post Office after Sojourner Truth.

This act is symbolic and affects the local community in Battle Creek, Michigan. It officially changes the name of the postal facility at 90 McCamly Street South to honor the famous abolitionist and women's rights activist, Sojourner Truth. For citizens, this means only a change in the building's name, with no impact on postal services or personal finances.
Key points
The post office in Battle Creek, Michigan, will receive the new, symbolic name: "Sojourner Truth Post Office".
The name change does not affect the operation, hours, or cost of postal services for residents.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8405
Sponsor: Rep. Huizenga, Bill [R-MI-4]
Process start date: 2024-05-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 90 McCamly Street South in Battle Creek, Michigan, as the "Sojourner Truth Post Office".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8405.

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 2024-05-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The post office in Battle Creek, Michigan, will receive the new, symbolic name: "Sojourner Truth Post Office".
  • The name change does not affect the operation, hours, or cost of postal services for residents.
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. Huizenga, Bill [R-MI-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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