USPS Authorized to Offer Identity Verification Services to Private Companies.
This bill authorizes the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to provide identity verification services to private sector entities, such as banks or online platforms. Citizens gain a new, trusted option for confirming their identity using government documents, aiming to simplify digital access and enhance security. These services will be fee-based, and the charges must cover 100% of the costs incurred by the USPS.
Key points
The USPS is authorized to verify citizens' identities for private companies using government-issued documentation.
Services may include issuing digital or physical tools (authenticators) for secure login and registration with various services.
Identity verification will be a paid service, with fees required to cover 100% of the costs incurred by the USPS.
Verification can optionally take place at a post office or at the individual's home, subject to consent.
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