Bill > HR431

This bill, called the Pony Up Act, requires the United States Postal Service (USPS) to reimburse citizens for late payment fees resulting from mail delivery delays. Specifically, if a bill, bill notice, or payment is delivered late by USPS, the citizen can apply for reimbursement of the full amount of late fees or penalties. To be considered "delivered late", the bill or notice must have been mailed at least 12 days before the due date but delivered less than 6 days before the due date, or in the case of a payment, mailed at least 5 days before the due date but delivered after the due date. Citizens can submit reimbursement applications through USPS's website, by mail, or at post offices. There are exceptions for unforeseen circumstances like presidential declared disasters. If a citizen disagrees with USPS's determination, they can appeal to a Judicial Officer within 30 days. The bill also mandates that USPS submit an annual report to congressional committees detailing mail delivery times and conduct an audit to assess whether USPS prioritizes certain types of mail. USPS must issue implementing regulations within 60 days of the act's enactment.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/431/all-info