Should USPS pay if bills arrive late?
Jan 17, 2025
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) -- Several congressmen, including a Kansas representative, want the U.S. Postal Service to be held accountable when bills arrive late.
The representatives say they have heard complaints from across the country about late or undelivered mail resulting in people being forced to pay late fees.
“Kansans rely on USPS to deliver their mail in a reasonable, timely manner,” Kansas U.S. Rep. Tracey Mann said in a news release. “Unfortunately, that has not been the reality. Hundreds of Kansans have shared their concerns about their mail not being delivered in a timely manner, or in some cases, not showing up at all."
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Mann and six other lawmakers introduced the Pony Up Act this week. It would require USPS to pay any late fees incurred due to delayed delivery service.
"My legislation holds USPS accountable and removes the burden from hardworking Kansans," Mann said. "When USPS fails to do its job, it should be held responsible.”
If the Pony Up Act is signed into law, anyone who incurs a late fee due to a bill's late delivery could file a claim online or at the post office for a late fee repayment.
The bill would also require a report on delayed mail, giving Congress relevant and accurate information to identify the effectiveness of USPS.
KSN News has reached out to USPS for its response to the Pony Up Act. We have not heard back yet.