Ensuring the Safety of Our Mail Act of 2025
United States119th CongressHR-1292House of Representatives
Updated: Feb 13, 2025
Summary
This legislative proposal seeks to strengthen penalties for individuals convicted of mail theft. It specifically targets Section 1708 of title 18, United States Code, which currently outlines the maximum punishment for such offenses. The bill's primary provision is to increase the maximum prison sentence for mail theft from the current limit of five years to a new maximum of ten years. This amendment aims to provide a more significant deterrent against mail theft and related criminal activities, thereby enhancing the security of mail delivery.
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Timeline
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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