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Congress proposes renaming Fritch, Texas post office for Chief Zeb Smith

Original title: A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 107 North Hoyne Avenue in Fritch, Texas, as the "Chief Zeb Smith Post Office".

August 6, 2026

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Last action

Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.Aug 6, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This measure serves as an official federal recognition of a local figure by renaming a specific government facility used by Fritch residents.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Residents of Fritch, Texas

The local post office they utilize will be officially renamed.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill s the United States Postal Service facility located at 107 North Hoyne Avenue in Fritch, Texas, as the 'Chief Zeb Smith Post Office'.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this bill do?

It officially renames the existing United States Postal Service building in Fritch, Texas, to honor Chief Zeb Smith.

Will this change my mail delivery?

No, the bill only changes the official name of the facility; it does not alter postal operations or services.

Why It Matters

This measure serves as an official federal recognition of a local figure by renaming a specific government facility used by Fritch residents.

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Connected Entities

locationFritch, Texas“The city where the post office is located.”Map →

organizationCommittee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs“The committee that ordered the bill to be reported.”Map →

organizationUnited States Postal Service“The agency operating the facility being renamed.”Map →

personChief Zeb Smith“The individual for whom the post office is being named.”Map →

location107 North Hoyne Avenue“The specific address of the facility.”Map →

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