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Mandatory Notification and Replacement Services for Temporary Post Office Closures.

This bill mandates the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to immediately notify citizens and officials about temporary post office suspensions. Citizens gain the right to comment on the closure and are guaranteed that essential postal services, including P.O. Box access, will be provided nearby within 10 days. This increases USPS accountability to local communities.
Key points
USPS must notify customers up to 60 days in advance of planned closures, detailing reasons, replacement plans, and estimated reopening dates.
In case of sudden closures, notification must occur within 14 days, and replacement services (retail sales, P.O. Box access) must be established within 10 days.
Closure notices must be distributed via mail, website, social media, and posted at the physical location to ensure broad public awareness.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8303
Sponsor: Rep. Diaz-Balart, Mario [R-FL-26]
Process start date: 2024-05-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8303.

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 2024-05-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • USPS must notify customers up to 60 days in advance of planned closures, detailing reasons, replacement plans, and estimated reopening dates.
  • In case of sudden closures, notification must occur within 14 days, and replacement services (retail sales, P.O. Box access) must be established within 10 days.
  • Closure notices must be distributed via mail, website, social media, and posted at the physical location to ensure broad public awareness.
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. Diaz-Balart, Mario [R-FL-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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