Protect Our Letter Carriers Act of 2025

The Protect Our Letter Carriers Act of 2025 aims to address rising safety concerns for postal workers by strengthening the legal response to crimes committed against them. The bill would require the Department of Justice to appoint a dedicated prosecutor in every judicial district specifically to oversee cases involving the assault of postal employees or the theft of mail. It also proposes changing federal sentencing guidelines so that attacking or robbing a postal worker carries the same legal weight and penalties as assaulting a law enforcement officer.

Beyond legal penalties, the legislation proposes funding for physical security upgrades to the postal infrastructure. This would include the installation of high-security collection boxes designed to prevent mail theft and the replacement of traditional universal mailbox keys with more secure electronic versions. If enacted, these measures would aim to reduce mail-related crimes and improve the safety of letter carriers during their daily routes.