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To amend title 39, United States Code, to enhance the administrative subpoena authority of the United States Postal Service, and for other purposes.
1/8/2025, 1:39 PM
Summary of Bill HR 170
Bill 119 HR 170, also known as the "Postal Service Administrative Subpoena Enhancement Act," aims to amend Title 39 of the United States Code to strengthen the administrative subpoena authority of the United States Postal Service (USPS).
The bill proposes to grant the USPS the power to issue administrative subpoenas in order to obtain information relevant to investigations of mail-related crimes, such as mail fraud, drug trafficking, and identity theft. This enhanced authority would allow the USPS to more effectively investigate and prosecute individuals or organizations engaged in illegal activities through the mail system.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that the USPS's use of administrative subpoenas is subject to appropriate oversight and safeguards to protect the privacy and civil liberties of individuals. This includes requirements for the USPS to report on the use of administrative subpoenas and to provide notice to individuals whose information has been obtained through this authority. Overall, the goal of Bill 119 HR 170 is to empower the USPS to better combat mail-related crimes and protect the integrity of the postal system, while also upholding the rights and privacy of individuals.
The bill proposes to grant the USPS the power to issue administrative subpoenas in order to obtain information relevant to investigations of mail-related crimes, such as mail fraud, drug trafficking, and identity theft. This enhanced authority would allow the USPS to more effectively investigate and prosecute individuals or organizations engaged in illegal activities through the mail system.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that the USPS's use of administrative subpoenas is subject to appropriate oversight and safeguards to protect the privacy and civil liberties of individuals. This includes requirements for the USPS to report on the use of administrative subpoenas and to provide notice to individuals whose information has been obtained through this authority. Overall, the goal of Bill 119 HR 170 is to empower the USPS to better combat mail-related crimes and protect the integrity of the postal system, while also upholding the rights and privacy of individuals.
Congressional Summary of HR 170
USPS Subpoena Authority Act
This bill expands the administrative subpoena authority of the U.S. Postal Service (USPS).
Specifically, the bill authorizes subpoenas to investigate additional violations of law that involve the mail, including violations related to controlled substances and hazardous materials.
The bill also expands the senior USPS officials to whom subpoena approval authority may be delegated to include the Chief Postal Inspector.
Current Status of Bill HR 170
Bill HR 170 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 170 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 170's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. as of January 3, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 170
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 170
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 170
To amend title 39, United States Code, to enhance the administrative subpoena authority of the United States Postal Service, and for other purposes.
To amend title 39, United States Code, to enhance the administrative subpoena authority of the United States Postal Service, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 170
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