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Peggy Frank Memorial Act
12/29/2022, 6:18 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8376
The Peggy Frank Memorial Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 8376, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress to honor the memory of Peggy Frank, a United States Postal Service mail carrier who tragically passed away while on duty. The bill aims to improve the safety and working conditions of mail carriers by requiring the USPS to provide air conditioning in all mail delivery vehicles.
The Peggy Frank Memorial Act highlights the importance of protecting the health and well-being of postal workers who often work long hours in extreme weather conditions. By mandating the installation of air conditioning in USPS vehicles, the bill seeks to prevent heat-related illnesses and fatalities among mail carriers.
In addition to addressing the issue of vehicle safety, the Peggy Frank Memorial Act also includes provisions for increased training and support for postal workers. This includes training on how to recognize and respond to heat-related illnesses, as well as access to adequate hydration and rest breaks during hot weather. Overall, the Peggy Frank Memorial Act is a bipartisan effort to honor the memory of Peggy Frank and improve the working conditions for all USPS mail carriers. By prioritizing the safety and well-being of postal workers, this legislation aims to ensure that tragedies like the loss of Peggy Frank are prevented in the future.
The Peggy Frank Memorial Act highlights the importance of protecting the health and well-being of postal workers who often work long hours in extreme weather conditions. By mandating the installation of air conditioning in USPS vehicles, the bill seeks to prevent heat-related illnesses and fatalities among mail carriers.
In addition to addressing the issue of vehicle safety, the Peggy Frank Memorial Act also includes provisions for increased training and support for postal workers. This includes training on how to recognize and respond to heat-related illnesses, as well as access to adequate hydration and rest breaks during hot weather. Overall, the Peggy Frank Memorial Act is a bipartisan effort to honor the memory of Peggy Frank and improve the working conditions for all USPS mail carriers. By prioritizing the safety and well-being of postal workers, this legislation aims to ensure that tragedies like the loss of Peggy Frank are prevented in the future.
Congressional Summary of HR 8376
Peggy Frank Memorial Act
This bill requires, by three years after this bill's enactment, that any delivery vehicle owned or leased by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) be modified to include a climate control unit.
The USPS may not purchase or lease any delivery vehicle unless that vehicle has a climate control unit.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8376
Bill HR 8376 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 14, 2022. Bill HR 8376 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 14, 2022. Bill HR 8376's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of July 14, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8376
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8376
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8376
Peggy Frank Memorial Act
Peggy Frank Memorial Act
To require any delivery vehicle owned or leased by the United States Postal Service have a climate control unit, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8376
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