Postal Data Privacy Act of 2026

Summary

The Postal Data Privacy Act of 2026 would bar federal, state, or local authorities from placing a mail cover on a letter or package unless they first obtain a court order showing reasonable grounds that the cover is relevant to an active criminal investigation. It also requires the Postal Service to preserve related records for up to 90 days, with a possible 90‑day extension. The measure aims to strengthen privacy protections for mail while still allowing law‑enforcement use when justified by a judge.

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