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USPS Fairness Act: Ending Prepayment for Postal Retirement Benefits

This act aims to remove the requirement for the United States Postal Service (USPS) to prepay future retirement benefits. This change could improve the financial stability of the USPS, potentially leading to better postal services for citizens and businesses, without directly affecting individual postal employee retirement benefits.
Key points
Eliminates the requirement for the USPS to prepay future retirement benefits.
Potentially strengthens USPS finances, which could impact the stability and quality of mail delivery.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_695
Sponsor: Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4]
Process start date: 2021-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

USPS Fairness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_695.

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 2021-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eliminates the requirement for the USPS to prepay future retirement benefits.
  • Potentially strengthens USPS finances, which could impact the stability and quality of mail delivery.
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. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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