MAILS Act

The MAILS Act requires the U.S. Postal Service to establish a formal process for local governments to request new post offices within 90 days of enactment. It also updates regulations to mandate community input before any temporary post office relocation lasting more than two days, and requires the Postal Service to notify local elected officials 30 days in advance, provide public notice 15 days prior, and hold public presentations. The bill further demands periodic updates to local officials during extended relocations and requires detailed reports to Congress for relocations exceeding 180 days. These changes directly affect communities seeking new mail services, local elected officials, and the Postal Service’s operational procedures for temporary relocations.