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H.R. 2589 (106th)

To provide for the privatization of the United States Postal Service.

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Introduced

22 July 1999

Last action

26 July 1999 · Referred

Status

Referred to the Subcommittee on Postal Service.

Sponsors

Rep. Crane, Philip M. [R-IL-12], DANA ROHRABACHER, Rep. Cox, Christopher [R-CA-40]

Subjects

Postal service

Source updated

4 February 2025

Postal service

Summary

Provides for the transfer of the U.S. 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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Timeline

  1. 22 July 1999

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 22 July 1999

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 22 July 1999

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 26 July 1999

    Referred

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Postal Service.

    Source: Committee

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Introduced in House (text)

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