S. 463In committeeCrime & justice
Senate bill targets mail theft and postal worker safety
Data as of July 11, 2026
Senate bill S 463 would fund safer mailboxes, assign prosecutors to postal crimes, and raise penalties for attacking mail carriers.45-second read · 5 questions answered below
Decoded
What does this do?
This bill would do three things: fund more secure mailboxes and electronic keys for mail carriers, require the Justice Department to assign a dedicated federal prosecutor to postal crimes in every court district, and direct the U.S. Sentencing Commission to update guidelines so attacking a postal worker carries penalties similar to attacking a law enforcement officer.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects U.S. Postal Service workers, who would receive new security tools and stronger legal protections. It also involves the Justice Department and the U.S. Sentencing Commission, who would carry out the law's requirements.
Why does it matter?
Mail theft and attacks on postal workers are the problems this bill responds to. Changing sentencing guidelines and adding dedicated prosecutors would alter how these crimes are handled in federal court.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- Up to $1.4B/year authorized (2025–2029)
- Funds secure mailboxes and electronic keys
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- Senate committee — You are here
- Senate vote
- House
- President's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the President.
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Official title
Protect Our Letter Carriers Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- February 6, 2025
- Latest action:
- February 6, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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