Boosting Mail Security: Federal Strategy to Combat Organized Postal Theft.
This Act requires key federal agencies, including the Postal Service, Justice Department, and Homeland Security, to develop a unified strategy to more effectively prosecute organized groups stealing mail. The goal is to enhance mail security, directly protecting citizens from identity theft, check fraud, and the loss of valuable items sent through the postal system. Better coordination will assist local law enforcement in gathering evidence and pursuing cases.
Key points
Federal agencies must create a joint strategy to improve information sharing regarding organized criminal networks involved in mail theft.
Increased support for state and local law enforcement in gathering evidence needed to prosecute organized postal crime.
The measure aims to increase the security of postal deliveries and protect citizens' personal data and finances from criminals.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8596
Sponsor: Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2024-06-03