To require the Postal Service to establish a website providing information on post offices experiencing emergency suspensions, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HR 6355

Bill 117 hr 6355, also known as the "Postal Service Emergency Suspension Information Act," aims to require the United States Postal Service (USPS) to create a website that provides information on post offices that are experiencing emergency suspensions.

The bill seeks to ensure transparency and accessibility for customers who rely on USPS services by requiring the agency to promptly update the website with information on any post offices that are temporarily closed due to emergencies such as natural disasters, structural issues, or other unforeseen circumstances. This information would include the reason for the suspension, the expected duration of the closure, and alternative options for postal services in the affected area.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the USPS to notify customers who have been impacted by emergency suspensions through email or other means of communication. This would help to keep customers informed and minimize disruptions to their mail delivery and other postal services. Overall, the goal of Bill 117 hr 6355 is to improve transparency and communication between the USPS and its customers during times of emergency suspensions, ensuring that individuals have access to the information they need to navigate any disruptions in postal services.

Congressional Summary of HR 6355

This bill requires the U.S. Postal Service to establish a public website providing information on post offices experiencing emergency suspensions.

Information on the website shall not be considered as providing notice to any person that the post office's operations have been temporarily suspended.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6355

Bill HR 6355 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 6, 2022. Bill HR 6355 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on January 6, 2022.  Bill HR 6355's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of January 6, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6355

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6355

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6355

To require the Postal Service to establish a website providing information on post offices experiencing emergency suspensions, and for other purposes.To require the Postal Service to establish a website providing information on post offices experiencing emergency suspensions, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6355

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Cynthia Axne
Iowa(Democrat)

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