MAILS Act

1/5/2024, 12:15 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
The MAILS Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3515, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address concerns regarding the United States Postal Service (USPS) and its ability to deliver mail in a timely and efficient manner.

One of the key provisions of the MAILS Act is to require the USPS to meet certain performance standards when it comes to delivering mail. This includes ensuring that a certain percentage of mail is delivered on time and in good condition. The bill also aims to improve transparency and accountability within the USPS by requiring the agency to report regularly on its performance metrics.

Additionally, the MAILS Act seeks to address the issue of mail delays by providing the USPS with additional resources and funding to improve its infrastructure and operations. This includes investing in new technology and equipment to help streamline the mail delivery process. Overall, the MAILS Act is aimed at improving the efficiency and reliability of the USPS in delivering mail to Americans across the country. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially being passed into law.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3515

Introduced on
2023-12-14

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/14/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
The MAILS Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3515, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address concerns regarding the United States Postal Service (USPS) and its ability to deliver mail in a timely and efficient manner.

One of the key provisions of the MAILS Act is to require the USPS to meet certain performance standards when it comes to delivering mail. This includes ensuring that a certain percentage of mail is delivered on time and in good condition. The bill also aims to improve transparency and accountability within the USPS by requiring the agency to report regularly on its performance metrics.

Additionally, the MAILS Act seeks to address the issue of mail delays by providing the USPS with additional resources and funding to improve its infrastructure and operations. This includes investing in new technology and equipment to help streamline the mail delivery process. Overall, the MAILS Act is aimed at improving the efficiency and reliability of the USPS in delivering mail to Americans across the country. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially being passed into law.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to improve communication between the United States Postal Service and local communities relating to the relocation and establishment of Postal Service retail service facilities, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action12/14/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.