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S 1455

An Act relative to the use of certain fairground properties

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jo Comerford and 5 co-sponsors

USPS must assign a single, unique ZIP Code to each of 14 named communities within 270 days of enactment, affecting residents, businesses, and local agencies.

Accompanied a study order, see S2717
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Bill Summary · S 1455

Summary of S. 1455 – ZIP Code designation for selected communities

Overview

Senate Bill S. 1455 proposes to require the United States Postal Service (USPS) to designate a single, unique ZIP Code for each of 14 specified communities. The designation must occur within not more than 270 days after enactment. The bill is introduced in the Senate and is referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Key Provisions

  • USPS duty: Not later than 270 days after enactment, the USPS shall designate a single, unique ZIP Code for each listed community.
  • Communities targeted (14 total):
    • Eastvale, California
    • Scotland, Connecticut
    • Castle Pines, Colorado
    • Silver Cliff, Colorado
    • Cooper City, Florida
    • Miami Lakes, Florida
    • Ocoee, Florida
    • Urbandale, Iowa
    • Franklin, Wisconsin
    • Greenfield, Wisconsin
    • Village of Caledonia, Wisconsin
    • Village of Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin
    • Village of Somers, Wisconsin
    • Mills, Wyoming

Legislative Details

  • Status: Introduced in the Senate; Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
  • Introduced: April 10, 2025.
  • Primary sponsor: Sen. Rick Scott.
  • Cosponsors: Sen. Joni Ernst; Sen. Alex Padilla.
  • Related legislation: House companion bill HR 672.

Affected Parties

  • United States Postal Service (implementation of new ZIP Codes)
  • Residents and businesses in the 14 listed communities
  • Local governments and state agencies that use ZIP Codes for planning, emergency services, taxation, and demographic analysis
  • National address databases, logistics providers, and systems relying on ZIP Code data

Timeline and Process

  • Enactment trigger: The 270-day deadline begins upon enactment of the bill.
  • Post-enactment steps (not specified in the text): USPS would implement new single ZIP Codes for each community; potential updates to records, maps, and address validation systems.

Potential Impacts and Considerations

  • Administrative changes: Updating USPS systems, local records, and address databases to reflect a single ZIP Code per community.
  • Local identity and services: A new, community-specific ZIP Code could affect mail delivery routing, service coverage boundaries, and local branding.
  • Data and analytics: Demographic, economic, and planning datasets that hinge on ZIP Codes may require revision or reclassification during the transition.
  • Costs and logistics: Not specified in the bill, but typical considerations would include system updates, mailing lists, and potential transitional coordination for residents and businesses.

Next Steps

  • If the bill advances, it would proceed through the Senate committee process and, potentially, to floor consideration.
  • The House companion (HR 672) may move in parallel, affecting timing and ultimate enactment.

This summary captures the bill’s core purpose, key provisions, and likely impacts based on the introduced text.

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

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