Postal Delivery Accountability Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 3391 Postal Delivery Accountability Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/23/2024, 3:00 PM

Summary of Bill S 3391

The Postal Delivery Accountability Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3391, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve the efficiency and accountability of the United States Postal Service (USPS) in delivering mail to its customers.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of performance standards for USPS delivery times. This would require the USPS to meet certain benchmarks for delivering mail, such as first-class mail being delivered within a certain number of days. The bill also includes measures to hold the USPS accountable for meeting these standards, such as requiring regular reporting on delivery performance and penalties for failing to meet the standards.

Another important aspect of the Postal Delivery Accountability Act is the requirement for the USPS to conduct regular audits of its operations. These audits would help identify areas where the USPS could improve its efficiency and effectiveness in delivering mail. The bill also includes provisions for the USPS to implement recommendations from these audits to address any issues that are identified. Overall, the Postal Delivery Accountability Act aims to ensure that the USPS is operating in a transparent and accountable manner when it comes to delivering mail. By establishing performance standards, holding the USPS accountable for meeting these standards, and conducting regular audits of its operations, the bill seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the USPS in delivering mail to its customers.

Congressional Summary of S 3391

Postal Delivery Accountability Act

This bill requires the United States Postal Service (USPS) to review and, to the extent practicable, implement the USPS Office of Inspector General's recommendations contained in the report titled Delivery Operations — Undelivered and Partially Delivered Routes (report number 21–262–R23, dated December 16, 2022). The USPS must implement these recommendations within one year of the bill's enactment.

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Current Status of Bill S 3391

Bill S 3391 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 4, 2023. Bill S 3391 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 4, 2023. Bill S 3391's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of December 4, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3391

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Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3391

Postal Delivery Accountability ActPostal Delivery Accountability ActA bill to require the Postal Service to implement recommendations from the Inspector General of the United States Postal Service for improving identification and notification of undelivered and partially delivered routes, and for other purposes.

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