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Protecting Postal Services: More Time for Decisions, Fewer Closures.

This act introduces new rules for closing and consolidating post offices and distribution centers, giving citizens more time to voice their opinions and making it harder to shut down certain facilities. The goal is to ensure stable postal services and better access, especially in smaller towns and remote areas.
Key points
Extends the public consultation period before a post office closure or consolidation to 180 days after the public hearing summary is published.
Mandates public hearings (in-person or virtual) before any post office closure, with a summary of comments and public support/opposition published.
Prohibits closing post offices that are the only ones within 15 miles or serve a population of 15,000 or more.
Restricts the closure of mail processing and distribution centers, especially in areas not meeting on-time delivery benchmarks.
Halts changes to mail processing facility operations until an advisory opinion is issued by the independent Postal Regulatory Commission.
Prevents changes to mail pickup and drop-off schedules that would decrease service frequency without an opinion from the independent commission.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2103
Sponsor: Rep. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13]
Process start date: 2025-03-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protect Postal Performance Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2103.

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 2025-03-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends the public consultation period before a post office closure or consolidation to 180 days after the public hearing summary is published.
  • Mandates public hearings (in-person or virtual) before any post office closure, with a summary of comments and public support/opposition published.
  • Prohibits closing post offices that are the only ones within 15 miles or serve a population of 15,000 or more.
  • Restricts the closure of mail processing and distribution centers, especially in areas not meeting on-time delivery benchmarks.
  • Halts changes to mail processing facility operations until an advisory opinion is issued by the independent Postal Regulatory Commission.
  • Prevents changes to mail pickup and drop-off schedules that would decrease service frequency without an opinion from the independent commission.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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