Post Office Discontinuance Accountability Act of 2018

Bill 115 s 1204, also known as the Post Office Discontinuance Accountability Act of 2018, aims to hold the United States Postal Service (USPS) accountable for any decisions to close or consolidate post offices. The bill requires the USPS to provide detailed justifications for any proposed closures or consolidations, including an analysis of the impact on the affected communities.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the USPS hold public hearings in the affected communities to allow for input from residents and local officials. The USPS must also consider alternative solutions to closure or consolidation, such as reducing operating hours or implementing cost-saving measures.

Furthermore, the bill requires the USPS to submit a report to Congress detailing the rationale behind any closures or consolidations, as well as the feedback received from the public hearings. This report must be made publicly available on the USPS website. Overall, the Post Office Discontinuance Accountability Act of 2018 seeks to ensure transparency and accountability in the USPS decision-making process regarding post office closures and consolidations. It aims to protect the interests of affected communities and ensure that the USPS considers all possible alternatives before making any final decisions.