USPS Act

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Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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This bill addresses concerns about a lack of transparency and communication when post offices unexpectedly close due to emergencies. Currently, communities can be left in the dark about why their post office is shut down, how long it will last, and where they can get their mail in the interim. If this bill becomes law, it would provide a clear process for informing the public and elected officials quickly and comprehensively.

Voters should care because it means better access to essential postal services during crises. It ensures accountability from the Postal Service and gives communities a voice in decisions about prolonged closures and potential relocations. Without this bill, communities might continue to face confusion and disruption whenever a local post office is affected by an emergency, potentially impacting timely delivery of important mail like prescriptions or bills.

KEY PROVISIONS

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Requires the Postal Service to immediately post physical and online notices of an emergency post office suspension on the first day.

This ensures the public is quickly informed about a closure and where to find more information.

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Mandates that within 5 days of a suspension, the Postal Service must notify relevant public officials, including reasons, interim solutions, and expected end dates.

This provides critical information to elected representatives and local leaders, enabling them to assist affected constituents.

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If a suspension lasts 30 days, the Postal Service must open a 30-day public review period for comments from individuals and officials.

This gives the community a formal opportunity to provide input on prolonged closures.

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If a suspension lasts 60 days, the Postal Regulatory Commission must review it, and the Postal Service must begin the process to relocate the post office.

This ensures independent oversight and a pathway to a permanent solution for communities facing long-term disruptions.

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Requires the Postal Service to submit an annual report to Congress detailing all emergency suspensions from the previous year, including location, duration, and reason.

This promotes transparency and accountability regarding emergency closures at a national level.

DEADLINES & DATES

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First day of suspension

Place a sign/notice at the post office and publish notice on the USPS public website for an emergency suspension

Not later than 5 days after the first date of suspension

Notify relevant public officials about an emergency suspension

30 days

Open a 30-day public review period if an emergency suspension lasts

60 days

Postal Regulatory Commission conducts a review and Postal Service begins relocation process if an emergency suspension lasts

Not later than January 1 of each calendar year beginning with 2026

Postal Service submits an annual report to Congress on emergency suspensions

GLOSSARY

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Postal Service: The United States Postal Service, an independent agency of the executive branch of the federal government responsible for providing postal service in the United States.
Emergency: A serious, unexpected, and often dangerous situation requiring immediate action, such as a natural disaster, lack of staff, or severe damage to a post office.
Suspension of Operations: When a post office temporarily stops providing services to the public, such as mail delivery or counter services.
Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC): An independent agency of the U.S. government that provides regulatory oversight over the U.S. Postal Service, including reviewing proposed changes to services or facilities.
Relevant Public Officials: Specific elected officials who must be notified about a post office closure, including U.S. Representatives, U.S. Senators, and the heads of local governments (like mayors or county executives).
Relocation: The process of moving a post office's operations to a new, different physical location within the same community.

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JUL 23, 25

Introduced in House

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JUL 23, 25

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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