Bill targets mail theft and attacks on postal workers

What does this do?

This bill would fund more secure mail collection boxes and replace old master keys with electronic ones to reduce mail theft and robberies. It would require the Justice Department to assign a dedicated federal prosecutor in every court district to handle crimes involving mail theft or attacks on postal workers. It would also direct the U.S. Sentencing Commission to update its guidelines so that assaulting or robbing a postal worker carries the same penalty level as assaulting a law enforcement officer.

Who does it affect?

Mail carriers and other U.S. Postal Service employees are the people most directly affected. People who commit crimes against postal workers would also face changes under this bill.

Why does it matter?

If passed, crimes against mail carriers could result in tougher sentences than they do under current guidelines. Every federal court district would also have a prosecutor whose main focus is mail-related crimes.

What does it cost, and who pays?

• Up to $1.4B/year authorized (2026–2030)
• Funds secure mail boxes & electronic keys