Bill Summary
This legislation is a bill that aims to officially name the United States Postal Service facility located at 202 South Chestnut Avenue in Marshfield, Wisconsin, as the "Army Corporal Gordon 'Gordy' Richard Schmoll Post Office Building." The bill includes a provision stating that all future references to this postal facility in legal documents or other records will refer to it by this designated name, honoring Corporal Schmoll for his service.
Possible Impacts
Here are three examples of how the legislation designating the post office in Marshfield, Wisconsin, as the "Army Corporal Gordon 'Gordy' Richard Schmoll Post Office Building" could affect people:
1. **Community Pride and Recognition**: The designation of the post office in honor of Army Corporal Gordon Schmoll may foster a sense of pride and community identity among residents of Marshfield and nearby areas. It serves as a permanent tribute to a local hero, which can enhance community morale and encourage local residents to engage more with the post office and surrounding areas.
2. **Increased Historical Awareness**: This legislation can lead to greater public awareness of Army Corporal Gordon Schmoll's contributions and sacrifices. Schools, local organizations, and history enthusiasts may take this opportunity to educate the community about his life and service, thus preserving his legacy and instilling values of patriotism and service among younger generations.
3. **Potential for Tourism and Local Economy Boost**: The renamed post office may become a point of interest for visitors, especially those interested in military history or local heritage. This can lead to increased foot traffic in the area, benefiting local businesses and potentially leading to the development of related events, such as commemorative ceremonies or memorial events that draw visitors and stimulate the local economy.
[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H.R. 6119 Introduced in House (IH)]
<DOC>
119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 6119
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located
at 202 South Chestnut Avenue in Marshfield, Wisconsin, as the ``Army
Corporal Gordon `Gordy' Richard Schmoll Post Office Building''.
_______________________________________________________________________
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
November 18, 2025
Mr. Tiffany (for himself, Mr. Steil, Mr. Van Orden, Ms. Moore of
Wisconsin, Mr. Fitzgerald, Mr. Grothman, and Mr. Wied) introduced the
following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and
Government Reform
_______________________________________________________________________
A BILL
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located
at 202 South Chestnut Avenue in Marshfield, Wisconsin, as the ``Army
Corporal Gordon `Gordy' Richard Schmoll Post Office Building''.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. ARMY CORPORAL GORDON ``GORDY'' RICHARD SCHMOLL POST OFFICE
BUILDING.
(a) Designation.--The facility of the United States Postal Service
located at 202 South Chestnut Avenue in Marshfield, Wisconsin, shall be
known and designated as the ``Army Corporal Gordon `Gordy' Richard
Schmoll Post Office Building''.
(b) References.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document,
paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to
in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Army
Corporal Gordon `Gordy' Richard Schmoll Post Office Building''.
<all>