The introduction of the “Postmaster General Reform Act of 2024” follows major USPS delays in Georgia.
GEORGIA, USA — Following the fallout of continued mail delays that have plagued the Peach State, Sen. Jon Ossoff plans to introduce new legislation that could change how the Postmaster General is appointed.
The proposed legislation, dubbed the Postmaster General Reform Act of 2024, aims to amend current law by giving the president the power to appoint the Postmaster General with the advice and consent of the U.S. Senate.
“We must hold the postmaster general accountable,” said Osoff in a Wednesday press conference.
Ossoff’s proposed legislation would also limit the term of the role currently held by Louis DeJoy to five years, with the possibility of renewing for an additional five years.
He added that if the legislation is passed it would allow the Senate to review the qualifications for a nominee for postmaster general.
“What we have seen in the state of Georgia …