Mail Traffic Deaths Reporting Act of 2025
3/7/2025, 4:23 AM
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Purpose and Summary
Mail Traffic Deaths Reporting Act of 2025
This bill requires the U.S. Postal Service to issue regulations to mandate collecting, tracking, and publicly reporting information related to deaths and injuries resulting from traffic crashes involving vehicles transporting mail.
The bill also requires (1) Postal Service employees and contractors to report within three days any traffic crash involving a vehicle used in the transportation of mail and resulting in injury or death, (2) the Postal Service to maintain an internal database that includes comprehensive information related to such injuries and deaths, and (3) the Postal Service to provide an annual report to the public summarizing such injuries and deaths.
The purpose of this legislation is to ensure that the USPS is aware of any accidents involving their vehicles so that they can take appropriate action to prevent future incidents and ensure the safety of their employees and the public. By requiring employees and contractors to report these crashes, the USPS can better track and analyze safety trends, implement necessary training programs, and make any needed improvements to their operations.
Overall, Bill 119 hr 758 seeks to enhance the safety, efficiency, and accountability of the USPS when it comes to handling traffic crashes involving vehicles carrying mail. This legislation aims to protect the well-being of USPS employees, contractors, and the general public, while also promoting transparency and responsibility within the organization.
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Mail Traffic Deaths Reporting Act of 2025
This bill requires the U.S. Postal Service to issue regulations to mandate collecting, tracking, and publicly reporting information related to deaths and injuries resulting from traf...
The bill also requires (1) Postal Service employees and contractors to report within three days any traffic crash involving a vehicle used in the transportation of mail and resulting in injury or death, (2) the Postal Service to maintain an internal database that includes comprehensive information related to such injuries and deaths, and (3) the Postal Service to provide an annual report to the public summarizing such injuries and deaths.