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Improving Mail Delivery: Accountability for Undelivered Routes.

This Act mandates the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to implement recommendations from its Inspector General aimed at better identifying and notifying the public about routes where mail delivery failed or was only partially completed. The goal is to increase accountability and transparency in mail service, ensuring citizens receive more reliable and consistent delivery. USPS must implement these improvements within one year, directly impacting the quality of daily postal services.
Key points
The Postal Service must adopt new procedures to inform citizens when their mail has not arrived due to issues on the delivery route.
The changes are designed to reduce instances of missed or partial mail delivery, enhancing overall service quality and reliability.
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Print number: 118_S_3391
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2023-12-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Postal Delivery Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3391.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Postal Service must adopt new procedures to inform citizens when their mail has not arrived due to issues on the delivery route.
  • The changes are designed to reduce instances of missed or partial mail delivery, enhancing overall service quality and reliability.
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. Smith, Tina [D-MN].

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 2025-12-26.

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