Summary of HR 672: Establishing New ZIP Codes for Certain Communities

Bill Overview

Bill Number: HR 672

Title: To establish new ZIP Codes for certain communities, and for other purposes.

Introduced: January 23, 2025

Current Status: Received in the Senate, read twice, and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Classification: Legislative Bill

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of HR 672 is to designate new, unique ZIP Codes for specific communities across the United States. This initiative aims to improve postal service efficiency and enhance the identification of these communities within the postal system.

Key Provisions

• Designation of ZIP Codes: The United States Postal Service (USPS) is mandated to assign a single, unique ZIP Code to each of the following communities within 270 days of the bill's enactment:
  1. Eastvale, California
  2. Scotland, Connecticut
  3. Cooper City, Florida
  4. Miami Lakes, Florida
  5. Ocoee, Florida
  6. Village of Estero, Florida
  7. Urbandale, Iowa
  8. Mills, Wyoming
  9. Castle Pines, Colorado
  10. Silver Cliff, Colorado
  11. Hollywood, Florida
  12. Franklin, Wisconsin
  13. Greenfield, Wisconsin
  14. Village of Caledonia, Wisconsin
  15. Village of Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin
  16. Village of Somers, Wisconsin

Impact

The bill will directly affect the communities listed by providing them with distinct ZIP Codes, which can lead to:
- Improved mail delivery and service efficiency.
- Enhanced recognition and identity for the communities.
- Potential economic benefits through better service and accessibility.

Legislative Timeline

• January 23, 2025: Bill introduced in the House and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
• May 21, 2025: The bill was reported by the committee with a vote of 42-1.
• July 21, 2025: The bill passed in the House by voice vote after a period of debate and was laid on the table for reconsideration.
• July 22, 2025: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Sponsors

The bill is sponsored by Mario Diaz-Balart and has multiple cosponsors, including:
- Debbie Wasserman Schultz
- Ken Calvert
- Brittany Pettersen
- Scott Fitzgerald
- Joe Courtney
- Daniel Webster
- Zachary Nunn
- Harriet M. Hageman
- Bryan Steil
- Lauren Boebert
- Byron Donalds
- Maxwell Frost

Related Legislation

• S 1455: This is the companion bill in the Senate, which addresses similar provisions regarding the establishment of new ZIP Codes.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of HR 672, detailing its intent, provisions, and potential impact on the affected communities.