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Ending USPS Prepayment for Future Retirement Benefits

This act removes the requirement for the United States Postal Service (USPS) to prepay future retirement benefits. This change could help improve the financial stability of the Postal Service, indirectly affecting the quality and availability of postal services for citizens.
Key points
USPS will no longer be required to prepay for future employee retirement benefits.
The change aims to financially support the Postal Service, potentially leading to better postal services.
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Print number: 117_S_145
Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]
Process start date: 2021-02-01
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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_S_145.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • USPS will no longer be required to prepay for future employee retirement benefits.
  • The change aims to financially support the Postal Service, potentially leading to better postal services.
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 Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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