A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that Congress should take all appropriate measures to ensure that the United States Postal Service remains an independent establishment of the Federal Government and is not subject to privatization.

Maintaining Affordable and Universal Service: The bill notes that the USPS maintains an affordable and universal network that connects rural, suburban, and urban communities. Keeping it an independent establishment helps ensure these connections remain intact.

Protecting Rural Communities: The text states that privatization would result in higher prices and reduced services, especially for those living in rural communities. Preventing privatization would avoid these negative outcomes.

Protecting Employment: The USPS is a major employer, including nearly 73,000 military veterans. Maintaining its current status helps protect these jobs and the stability of the $1,900,000,000,000 mailing industry.

Community Safety and Service: Postal employees serve as the eyes and ears of their communities and often respond first in situations involving health, safety, and crime. Keeping the service public ensures these dedicated public servants continue their community roles.

Higher Prices and Reduced Services: The resolution asserts that if the United States Postal Service were subject to privatization, it would result in higher prices and reduced services for customers.

Damage to Economic Sectors: The text suggests that privatization would jeopardize the e-commerce sector and cripple a major part of the critical infrastructure of the United States.