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Protect Our Letter Carriers Act of 2025

3/6/2025, 2:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1065

Bill 119 HR 1065, also known as the "Postal Service Security Act of 2021," aims to support the United States Postal Service (USPS) in implementing security measures to protect its employees, facilities, and mail. The bill addresses the need for increased security within the USPS due to various threats and challenges faced by the agency.

The key provisions of the bill include:

1. Enhancing security measures: The bill directs the USPS to implement security measures to protect its employees, facilities, and mail from potential threats, including acts of violence, terrorism, and other security risks. 2. Collaboration with law enforcement agencies: The bill encourages collaboration between the USPS and federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to enhance security efforts and respond effectively to security incidents. 3. Training and resources: The bill provides funding and resources to support training programs for USPS employees on security protocols and procedures to ensure they are prepared to respond to security threats. 4. Reporting requirements: The bill requires the USPS to report to Congress on its security measures and any security incidents that occur within the agency, ensuring transparency and accountability in its security efforts. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1065 aims to strengthen the security of the USPS and protect its employees, facilities, and mail from potential threats. By implementing enhanced security measures, collaborating with law enforcement agencies, providing training and resources, and meeting reporting requirements, the USPS can better ensure the safety and security of its operations.

Congressional Summary of HR 1065

Protect Our Letter Carriers Act of 2025

This bill requires or authorizes certain actions related to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS).

The bill requires the Department of Justice to appoint an assistant U.S. attorney in each judicial district to coordinate and supervise the investigation and prosecution of various crimes related to postal services (for example, assault on a postal service employee, breaking into a post office, or obstruction of mails).

The bill also requires the U.S. Sentencing Commission to amend sentencing guidelines to provide that the assault or robbery of a postal employee shall be treated the same as the assault of a law enforcement officer.

Additionally, the bill authorizes appropriations for the USPS to install high security collection boxes and replace older versions of the universal mailbox key with electronic versions.

Current Status of Bill HR 1065

Bill HR 1065 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill HR 1065 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 6, 2025.  Bill HR 1065's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of February 6, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1065

Total Number of Sponsors
11
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
11
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
145
Democrat Cosponsors
115
Republican Cosponsors
30
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1065

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1065

To facilitate the implementation of security measures undertaken by the United States Postal Service, and for other purposes.
To facilitate the implementation of security measures undertaken by the United States Postal Service, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Archie Gray

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10 months ago

I think this bill is good idea. It will help keep us safe and that's important. Can't wait to see how it all works out! #security #USPS #safety