United States · Bill · HR
H.R. 1717 (105th)
To provide for the privatization of the United States Postal Service.
Introduced
22 May 1997
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Status
Referred to the Subcommittee on Postal Service.
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4 February 2025
Summary
Provides for the transfer of the United States Postal Service to a private corporation. Directs the President to transmit to the Congress: (1) a comprehensive plan providing for the transfer of property subject to this Act; and (2) recommendations for legislation as necessary. Establishes the Postal Privatization Commission to: (1) carry out functions relating to the issuance of securities to postal employees; and (2) consult with the President on the transfer.
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Introduced in House (text)
Introduced in House (text)
Introduced in House · EN · 22 May 1997
Introduced in House (PDF)
Introduced in House · EN · 22 May 1997
Introduced in House
summary · EN · 22 May 1997
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/105th-congress/house-bill/1717
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/105/hr/1717