Taylor Bill Passes House, Renaming Georgetown Post Office in Honor of President Ulysses S. Grant

July 13, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Dave Taylor (OH-02) applauded today’s passage of his bill, H.R. 7809, through the U.S. House of Representatives by a voice vote. This bill will designate the United States Postal Service located at 201 East Grant Avenue in Georgetown, Ohio, as the “Ulysses S. Grant Post Office Building.” Every member of the Ohio delegation in the House of Representatives joined Congressman Taylor as cosponsors of this bipartisan legislation. Senators Jon Husted (R-OH) and Bernie Moreno (R-OH) introduced companion legislation in the Senate. “Through his decisive military leadership and commitment to protecting civil rights, President Ulysses S. Grant changed the course of American history," said Congressman Taylor. “Georgetown is proud to be the hometown of this American legend, and as our nation continues to celebrate its 250th birthday, it is fitting that we honor his enduring legacy with a lasting local tribute. I’m honored to help commemorate the life and service of President Ulysses S. Grant and celebrate the courage and leadership that continues to inspire Ohioans today.” Background: On April 27, 1822, Ulysses S. Grant was born in Point Pleasant, Ohio, and spent his childhood in Georgetown before attending the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1839. After graduating, Grant joined the 4th Regiment of the United States Infantry, where he served with distinction in the Mexican-American War. Over the course of the American Civil War, Grant commanded and fought in the battles of Fort Donelson, Shiloh, Vicksburg, Chattanooga, the Wilderness, Petersburg, and Appomattox. Grant was appointed the first Lieutenant General of the U.S. Army after Congress reestablished the position in 1864. On March 4, 1869, Grant was sworn in as the 18th president of the United States, becoming the second Ohioan to serve in this role. Throughout his two terms as president, Grant worked on civil rights issues, including the establishment of the Department of Justice, the adoption of the Fifteenth Amendment, and other Reconstruction efforts. President Grant was inaugurated into his first term as president on March 4, 1869, at the age of 46. His second inauguration took place on March 4, 1873. Congressman Taylor’s bill commemorates the anniversaries of both inaugurations and would designate the first post office location in the United States dedicated to the life and legacy of President Ulysses S. Grant. The full bill text of H.R. 7809 is available here . ### Issues : Congress