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HR 2430

To direct the United States Postal Service to designate a single, unique ZIP Code for Northlake, Texas.

119th Congress Introduced by Brandon Gill

Directs USPS to assign Northlake, TX a single, exclusive ZIP Code within 270 days of enactment, improving addressing, mail routing, and local data.

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Bill Summary · HR 2430

Summary: HR 2430 – Designation of a Unique ZIP Code for Northlake, Texas

Overview

HR 2430 is a bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on March 27, 2025. The primary sponsor is Brandon Gill. The bill has been referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Its stated purpose is to direct the United States Postal Service (USPS) to designate a single, unique ZIP Code that applies exclusively to the area of Northlake, Texas.

Purpose and Intent

  • Establish a single, unique ZIP Code for the area encompassing solely Northlake, Texas.
  • Create an official postal designation that identifies Northlake as a distinct locality within the USPS addressing system.

Key Provisions

  • The core directive states: Not later than 270 days after the enactment of this section, the United States Postal Service shall designate a single, unique ZIP Code applicable to the area encompassing solely Northlake, Texas.
  • The provision aims to ensure that Northlake has an exclusive ZIP Code rather than sharing a ZIP Code with nearby areas.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Affected Entities:
    • United States Postal Service (USPS) and its mail routing and addressing systems.
    • Residents and businesses within the Northlake, Texas jurisdiction.
    • Local government and planning entities coordinating emergency services, planning, and community development.
  • Potential Impacts:
    • Improved addressing consistency and location identity for Northlake.
    • Enhanced data accuracy for demographic, economic, and planning analysis.
    • Possible transitional coordination needs for mail carriers, residents, and businesses as address changes take effect.
    • Potential effects on mapping databases, property records, and delivery operations during the transition period.

Timeline and Procedural Aspects

  • Introduced: March 27, 2025.
  • Status: Introduced in the House; referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • Deadline: If enacted, USPS must implement the single, unique ZIP Code for Northlake within 270 days after enactment of this section.

Legislative Context

  • Sponsor: Brandon Gill (primary).
  • This is a targeted, post office designation measure with a specific implementation deadline tied to enactment, rather than a broad postal reform package.

Next Steps

  • For proponents: House committee action, potential floor consideration, and passage or amendments.
  • If enacted, USPS would establish the ZIP Code within the 270-day window and communicate the change to local authorities, businesses, and residents to facilitate a smooth transition.

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

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