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Increased Community Say in Temporary Post Office Relocations.

This law increases the influence of local communities and governments over decisions by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) regarding the temporary relocation of post offices. It mandates public consultation and notification of local officials if the relocation of postal services is planned to last longer than two days. Citizens gain the right to provide input and receive regular updates on the status of relocations, ensuring greater stability in access to postal services.
Key points
The Postal Service must seek community input and hold public presentations before temporarily relocating postal services for more than two days.
Local elected officials must be notified in writing at least 30 days before any planned temporary post office relocation.
A formal process is established allowing local government officials to officially request the creation of a new post office in their area.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3515
Sponsor: Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]
Process start date: 2023-12-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MAILS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3515.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Postal Service must seek community input and hold public presentations before temporarily relocating postal services for more than two days.
  • Local elected officials must be notified in writing at least 30 days before any planned temporary post office relocation.
  • A formal process is established allowing local government officials to officially request the creation of a new post office in their area.
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. Crapo, Mike [R-ID].

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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