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Mail-in Ballot Tracking and Paid Parental Leave for Postal Workers

This act mandates the use of barcodes for tracking all mail-in ballots in federal elections, aiming to enhance transparency. Additionally, employees of the U.S. Postal Service and the Postal Regulatory Commission will be granted paid parental leave, improving their working conditions.
Key points
All mail-in ballots for federal elections must be tracked using USPS barcodes, enhancing security and transparency.
The federal government will reimburse states for the costs of implementing the mail-in ballot tracking system.
Employees of the United States Postal Service and the Postal Regulatory Commission will receive paid parental leave.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3077
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12]
Process start date: 2021-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Postal Service Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3077.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All mail-in ballots for federal elections must be tracked using USPS barcodes, enhancing security and transparency.
  • The federal government will reimburse states for the costs of implementing the mail-in ballot tracking system.
  • Employees of the United States Postal Service and the Postal Regulatory Commission will receive paid parental leave.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 17.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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