The Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act

The Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act, enacted in 2006, modernized the U.S. Postal Service by requiring it to operate more financially responsibly. It established a framework for better financial management, oversight, and accountability, including setting minimum service standards and modernizing a pension funding system. The act aimed to make USPS more efficient, transparent, and financially stable, ensuring it could continue providing mail services while adapting to changing communication and delivery needs. It also aimed to balance operational independence with government oversight to support the Postal Service’s long-term sustainability.