A bipartisan group of senators, led by Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Chairman Gary Peters, is urging the Postal Service to pause its network modernization efforts until an independent regulator can assess the plan’s impact. The senators are concerned about ongoing mail delays in areas where the USPS has implemented changes.
The network modernization initiative is a key component of Postmaster General Louis DeJoy’s strategy to cut costs and improve efficiency. However, senators call for a halt to these changes until their effects can be thoroughly evaluated.
While DeJoy has emphasized the importance of modernizing USPS operations, critics worry about the potential negative impacts on mail delivery, especially in rural areas. Some senators have introduced legislation to prevent USPS from consolidating processing facilities across state lines without meeting specific criteria.
US Senators Request Postal Service to Pause Delivery Network Overhaul
Recent audits have revealed serious delays in mail delivery, prompting senators to demand accountability from USPS leadership. While some lawmakers acknowledge the need for modernization, they insist that USPS must prioritize service reliability, especially for essential mail like prescriptions and paychecks.
While expressing concern about recent delays, Sen. Mark Warner believes that successful reform could lead to improved service. He acknowledges DeJoy’s efforts to update USPS operations but emphasizes the importance of oversight to ensure that changes benefit customers and employees.
Senators are united in their commitment to ensuring the reliability and effectiveness of USPS services, particularly in light of recent disruptions. They are pushing for greater transparency and accountability as USPS progresses with its modernization efforts.
