Rockford Post Office Gets New Name: Facility at 5225 Harrison Avenue Officially Renamed to Honor Jay P. Larson

This bill is short, sweet, and strictly administrative. It officially renames a specific United States Postal Service facility in Rockford, Illinois. Specifically, the post office located at 5225 Harrison Avenue will now be designated the “Jay P. Larson Post Office Building.”

The Administrative Change

What this means for the federal government is a bit of paperwork. The bill mandates that every map, regulation, law, and official document referencing that particular Rockford location must be updated to reflect the new name. This is a standard procedure for honoring individuals, ensuring that all official records use the consistent, newly designated name going forward. It’s a clear, precise change with no room for confusion about which facility is being renamed.

Real-World Impact: Mostly Ceremonial

For the people of Rockford, this change is purely ceremonial and symbolic. If you live or work near that post office, your mail service isn't changing, the hours aren’t shifting, and the cost of stamps definitely isn't moving because of this bill. The only difference is the sign out front and what the address is officially called in federal records. This is simply a way to formally recognize and honor Jay P. Larson, ensuring his name is permanently attached to a piece of local federal infrastructure. It’s a low-stakes, high-recognition move that clears up any official naming discrepancies before they happen.