To require the United States Postal Service to reimburse fees charged for the late payment of bills that were delayed in the mail, and for other purposes.

1/24/2025, 9:06 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Bill 119 HR 431, also known as the "Postal Service Reimbursement Act," aims to address the issue of late payment fees incurred by individuals due to delays in mail delivery by the United States Postal Service (USPS). The bill proposes that the USPS be required to reimburse any fees charged for late payment of bills that were delayed in the mail.

The main purpose of this legislation is to hold the USPS accountable for any delays in mail delivery that result in financial penalties for individuals. By reimbursing these fees, the USPS would be incentivized to improve their mail delivery services and ensure that bills are delivered in a timely manner.

In addition to reimbursing late payment fees, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to mail delivery services. These additional purposes are not specified in the summary provided, but may include measures to improve mail delivery efficiency, reduce delays, and enhance customer satisfaction. Overall, Bill 119 HR 431 seeks to protect individuals from financial harm caused by delays in mail delivery and hold the USPS accountable for ensuring timely delivery of bills and other important documents.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 431

Introduced on
2025-01-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Bill 119 HR 431, also known as the "Postal Service Reimbursement Act," aims to address the issue of late payment fees incurred by individuals due to delays in mail delivery by the United States Postal Service (USPS). The bill proposes that the USPS be required to reimburse any fees charged for late payment of bills that were delayed in the mail.

The main purpose of this legislation is to hold the USPS accountable for any delays in mail delivery that result in financial penalties for individuals. By reimbursing these fees, the USPS would be incentivized to improve their mail delivery services and ensure that bills are delivered in a timely manner.

In addition to reimbursing late payment fees, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to mail delivery services. These additional purposes are not specified in the summary provided, but may include measures to improve mail delivery efficiency, reduce delays, and enhance customer satisfaction. Overall, Bill 119 HR 431 seeks to protect individuals from financial harm caused by delays in mail delivery and hold the USPS accountable for ensuring timely delivery of bills and other important documents.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the United States Postal Service to reimburse fees charged for the late payment of bills that were delayed in the mail, and for other purposes.

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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.