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Protect Our Letter Carriers Act of 2025
3/6/2025, 2:53 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1065
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.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1065
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1065
Total Number of Sponsors
11Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
11Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
145Democrat Cosponsors
115Republican Cosponsors
30Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1065
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Comments

Archie Gray
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





