Pony Up Act

Hozzl · 2025-02-11T12:53:19Z

Explore the details of House Bill 431 Pony Up Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/11/2025, 12:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 431

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.

Congressional Summary of HR 431

Pony Up Act

This bill requires the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to pay a citizen for late payment fees or penalties incurred due to late delivery of mail by USPS.

Late delivery of mail means that (1) USPS received a bill or notice of bill at least 12 days prior to the payment due date and delivered such bill or notice of bill less than 6 days prior to the payment due date; or (2) USPS received a payment at least 5 days prior to the payment due date and delivered such payment after the due date.

USPS is not required to pay a citizen for late payment fees or penalties when a bill, notice of bill, or payment is delayed for reasons outside of USPS control (for example, if a major disaster or emergency declared by the President caused the delay).

Current Status of Bill HR 431

Bill HR 431 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 15, 2025. Bill HR 431 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 15, 2025. Bill HR 431's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. as of January 15, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 431

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 431

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.