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S 2961

A bill to direct the United States Postal Service to designate single, unique ZIP Codes for certain communities, and for other purposes.

119th Congress Introduced by Jim Banks and 4 co-sponsors

Bill S 2961 directs USPS to assign unique ZIP Codes to 69 specified communities, improving mail delivery, emergency response, and community identity across the U.S.

Introduced in Senate
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Bill Summary · S 2961

Summary of Bill S 2961

Title: A bill to direct the United States Postal Service to designate single, unique ZIP Codes for certain communities, and for other purposes.

Bill Number: S 2961
Introduced: October 01, 2025
Status: Introduced in Senate
Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Bill S 2961 aims to enhance postal service efficiency and community identification by directing the United States Postal Service (USPS) to assign a single, unique ZIP Code to a list of specified communities across various states. This initiative is intended to improve mail delivery services, facilitate better emergency response, and enhance community recognition.

Key Provisions

  • Designation of ZIP Codes:
    The bill mandates that within 270 days of enactment, the USPS must designate a unique ZIP Code for each of the following communities:

    • California: Canyon Lake, Hidden Hills, Industry, North Tustin, Tehachapi
    • Colorado: Castle Pines, Centennial, Cherry Hills Village, Frederick, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Keystone, Lone Tree, Mountain Village, Severance, Silver Cliff, Sterling Ranch, Superior
    • Florida: Coconut Creek, Deerfield Beach, Hollywood, Lighthouse Point, Oakland Park, Parkland, Wilton Manors
    • Illinois: Burr Ridge
    • Indiana: Carmel, Lawrence, Noblesville, Westfield, Zionsville
    • Kentucky: Camargo
    • Louisiana: Louisiana State University (Baton Rouge), Montz
    • Minnesota: Quartzite Township, Springwater Township
    • Nevada: Grass Valley
    • New Hampshire: Swanzey
    • New Jersey: Kinnelon
    • New York: Flanders, Glendale, Northampton, Pendleton, Riverside, Wheatfield
    • North Carolina: Harnett County, Weddington
    • Ohio: Green
    • Oklahoma: Hochatown, North Enid
    • South Carolina: Goose Creek, Mauldin
    • Texas: Fairview, Fate, Heath, Josephine, Murphy, Northlake, Parker, Sargent
    • Virginia: Fairlawn
    • Wisconsin: Caledonia, Franklin, Glendale, Greenfield, Village of Harrison, Village of Mount Pleasant, Village of Somers, Rochester

Impact

  • Communities Affected:
    The bill will directly impact the 69 communities listed, providing them with a unique ZIP Code that can enhance their identity and streamline postal services.

  • Postal Service Efficiency:
    By assigning unique ZIP Codes, the USPS may improve the accuracy and speed of mail delivery, which can be particularly beneficial for emergency services and local businesses.

Legislative Actions

  • October 01, 2025:
    • The bill was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
    • It was officially introduced in the Senate.

Sponsors

  • Primary Sponsor: Jim Banks
  • Cosponsors: Michael Bennet, Markwayne Mullin, John W. Hickenlooper

This bill represents a focused effort to address postal service challenges in specific communities, aiming to enhance service delivery and community recognition through the establishment of unique ZIP Codes.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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