To designate Newark Penn Station in Newark, New Jersey as the "Donald M. Payne, Jr. Transit Center at Newark Penn Station".
Newark Penn Station: Renaming for Donald M. Payne, Jr.
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by a House subcommittee. It is actively moving through the committee system, but no further votes or hearings have been scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
Bills that rename buildings for deceased members of Congress almost always pass with full support from both parties.
Key Points
- This bill would change the official name of Newark Penn Station in New Jersey to the Donald M. Payne, Jr. Transit Center at Newark Penn Station.
- The change honors the late Congressman Donald M. Payne, Jr., who served the Newark area in Congress for 12 years and was a leader on transportation issues.
- Payne was a lifelong Newark resident who worked to get federal funding for the station and other local transit projects.
- Once the bill becomes law, all federal records, maps, and documents will use the new name to recognize his service to the community.
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Milestones
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6013)
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
To designate Newark Penn Station in Newark, New Jersey as the "Donald M. Payne, Jr. Transit Center at Newark Penn Station".
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