Bills · HR 3958
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3958Government Operations and Politics
To require the United States Postal Service to notify postal customers and relevant officials when operations are temporarily suspended at a post office, and for other purposes.
INTRO JUN 12· LAST ACTION JUN 12
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it aims to improve transparency and ensure continuous access to essential services when their local post office temporarily closes. Currently, post office closures can sometimes happen with little warning or unclear information, leaving communities uncertain about how to send and receive mail, access P.O. boxes, or handle other postal needs. This bill would ensure that people receive clear, timely information and that alternative services are established quickly, reducing inconvenience and stress.
If this bill becomes law, people will be better informed and less disrupted by post office closures, making it easier to plan for changes in their mail service and maintain vital connections. If it doesn't pass, the current situation of potentially vague or delayed communication and inconsistent provision of alternative services during temporary closures could continue, which can be particularly challenging for vulnerable populations, small businesses, or those in areas with fewer postal options.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires USPS to provide detailed notices to customers and elected officials about temporary post office suspensions, including reasons, expected duration, and alternative service plans.
Ensures communities receive timely and comprehensive information, allowing them to plan for service changes.
PROVISION 02
Mandates specific timing for notices: 60 days in advance for planned closures and within 14 days for unexpected ones.
Prevents sudden, unannounced disruptions and ensures information is provided promptly even in emergencies.
PROVISION 03
Requires USPS to provide alternative retail postal services (like P.O. box access and stamp sales) within 10 days of a temporary closure, ideally in the same geographic area.
Guarantees continued access to essential postal services during a closure, minimizing inconvenience for customers.
PROVISION 04
Establishes a process for public comment on temporary suspensions and requires status updates every three months for closures lasting longer than six months.
Gives communities a voice in decisions affecting their local post office and keeps them informed during extended disruptions.
PROVISION 05
Specifies multiple ways to distribute notices, including mail, physical location, website, social media, and email to relevant officials.
Ensures information reaches a wide audience through various accessible channels.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 12
Introduced in House
JUN 12
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3958
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 12, 2025
Last actionJun 12, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 12, 2025
House BillHR 3958Government Operations and Politics
To require the United States Postal Service to notify postal customers and relevant officials when operations are temporarily suspended at a post office, and for other purposes.
INTRODUCED JUN 12, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 12, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
5
COMPLEXITY
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