Timothy Kennedy (D-NY)
To require curbside delivery of mail at certain housing developments, and for other purposes.
A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill requires the United States Postal Service to provide curbside mail delivery to residents of certain housing developments. It stops the Postal Service from spending any money to stop or limit curbside delivery at these developments. The bill defines a housing development as a cluster of 50 or fewer single-family homes in a subdivision, neighborhood, or similar grouping. To qualify, these homes must be located within 300 yards of another residence that already gets curbside delivery. The legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Kennedy of New York.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +3
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
Ensures reliable mail delivery which is a vital service for many seniors living in small residential clusters.
- Scored +3
Would middle-income households be better off under this?
Provides a guaranteed level of service for residents in specific housing developments.
- Scored +3
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?
Curbside delivery can significantly improve accessibility for individuals with mobility impairments.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Guaranteed Curbside Delivery: Under Section 1(a)(1), the Postal Service must provide curbside mail delivery to residents of any qualifying housing development, which ensures convenient mail service for those residents.
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Protection of Existing Services: Under Section 1(a)(2), the Postal Service cannot spend money to stop or limit curbside delivery at these developments, which protects the community from losing this delivery method.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Provides a guaranteed level of service for residents in specific housing developments. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Curbside delivery can significantly improve accessibility for individuals with mobility impairments. Would retired people be better off under this? — Ensures reliable mail delivery which is a vital service for many retirees living in small residential clusters. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Provides essential mail service security to residents in specific residential groupings. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Ensures reliable mail delivery which is a vital service for many seniors living in small residential clusters.
- 9/21/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/31/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Introduced in House
Nicholas LangworthyRepublican · New York