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Gives the U.S. Postal Service new written subpoena power to get records—and, in most cases, testimony from the records custodian—when investigating defined “covered offenses” tied to misuse of the mail. It spells out which crimes are covered and sets guardrails on how this power is approved and used. Testimony cannot be compelled for certain investigations conducted under 39 U.S.C. 3005(a). Subpoena approval can be delegated only to specific senior USPS officials, adding oversight and limiting who can authorize these actions.
Redesignate existing subparagraph (B) as subparagraph (D) in 39 U.S.C. 3016(a)(1).
Replace subparagraph (A) to authorize the Postmaster General to issue in writing and cause to be served subpoenas in any investigation relating to a “covered offense,” requiring the production and testimony described in the new subparagraph (B).
Define “covered offense” to mean a violation of any section in this chapter.
Define “covered offense” to include any section of title 18 insofar as the violation involves the use of the mails.
Define “covered offense” to include any other provision of law enumerated in section 3001(a).
USPS investigators gain a faster, clearer path to obtain key evidence in mail-related crime cases, which can speed up investigations and case referrals. Senior‑level approval and narrow delegation aim to prevent misuse and ensure accountability. Businesses and service providers that hold relevant records (such as shipping data, account records, or communications logs) may receive more subpoenas and must respond, with some operational and legal compliance costs typical for such requests. Individuals and organizations under investigation face stronger evidence‑gathering by USPS, though recipients still retain standard legal rights to challenge subpoenas. The exception for 39 U.S.C. 3005(a) investigations avoids conflict with existing procedures in those cases. No direct fiscal burden is placed on states or localities, and there are no tax or spending changes.
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Introduced January 3, 2025 by Nicole Malliotakis · Last progress January 3, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Introduced in House