HR 170 119th Congress House In Committee

USPS Subpoena Authority Act

Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. · Jan 3, 2025

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Legislative Summary

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.

Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS).

Sponsor
Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11]
Independent · NY
Cosponsors (3)
Rep. MengRep. SmithRep. Suozzi

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