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Protecting US Postal Service from Privatization: Ensuring Citizen Services

The U.S. Senate expresses its view that the United States Postal Service should remain an independent government establishment and not be privatized. This aims to ensure postal services remain accessible and affordable for all citizens, especially in rural communities, and to protect jobs and critical national infrastructure.
Key points
The US Postal Service will remain an independent government entity, meaning it will not be sold to private companies.
This will prevent price increases and service reductions, especially in rural areas.
Maintaining the USPS as a public institution protects the jobs of over 630,000 employees, including many veterans.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_147
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2025-03-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that Congress should take all appropriate measures to ensure that the United States Postal Service remains an independent establishment of the Federal Government and is not subject to privatization.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_147.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The US Postal Service will remain an independent government entity, meaning it will not be sold to private companies.
  • This will prevent price increases and service reductions, especially in rural areas.
  • Maintaining the USPS as a public institution protects the jobs of over 630,000 employees, including many veterans.
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 Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI].

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 2025-12-23.

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