A 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.

1/22/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Bill 119 s 155, also known as the "Postal Service Retail Service Facilities Act," aims to enhance communication between the United States Postal Service (USPS) and local communities regarding the relocation and establishment of USPS retail service facilities. The bill seeks to ensure that USPS engages in meaningful dialogue with community members and local officials before making decisions about moving or opening new postal service locations.

The primary goal of the bill is to promote transparency and accountability in USPS decision-making processes related to retail service facilities. By requiring USPS to provide advance notice to affected communities and solicit feedback from stakeholders, the bill aims to prevent sudden changes that could negatively impact residents' access to postal services.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that USPS considers the needs and preferences of local communities when making decisions about retail service facility locations. This includes conducting impact assessments to evaluate the potential effects of relocations or new establishments on residents, businesses, and other stakeholders. Overall, Bill 119 s 155 seeks to foster better communication and collaboration between USPS and local communities, ultimately aiming to improve the quality and accessibility of postal services for all Americans.
Congress
119

Number
S - 155

Introduced on
2025-01-21

# 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

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Bill 119 s 155, also known as the "Postal Service Retail Service Facilities Act," aims to enhance communication between the United States Postal Service (USPS) and local communities regarding the relocation and establishment of USPS retail service facilities. The bill seeks to ensure that USPS engages in meaningful dialogue with community members and local officials before making decisions about moving or opening new postal service locations.

The primary goal of the bill is to promote transparency and accountability in USPS decision-making processes related to retail service facilities. By requiring USPS to provide advance notice to affected communities and solicit feedback from stakeholders, the bill aims to prevent sudden changes that could negatively impact residents' access to postal services.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that USPS considers the needs and preferences of local communities when making decisions about retail service facility locations. This includes conducting impact assessments to evaluate the potential effects of relocations or new establishments on residents, businesses, and other stakeholders. Overall, Bill 119 s 155 seeks to foster better communication and collaboration between USPS and local communities, ultimately aiming to improve the quality and accessibility of postal services for all Americans.
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.

Comments

APPROVED
KD
Kole Dickinson
@jackfruit_epazote_sarsaparilla07540
This bill about post offices is just a bunch of mumbo jumbo. Who cares about all this relocation and establishment stuff? It's not like it's gonna make a difference in my life. Just another waste of time and money by the government. SMH.

APPROVED
DC
Desmond Cassidy
@lavender_saffron_zucchini99819
I don't think this is a good idea.

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/21/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.