Postmaster General David Steiner proposed a rule requiring states to provide voter lists for mail ballots or risk delivery delays during a Senate hearing Wednesday, according to multiple reports. The proposal aims to ensure adherence to federal law and facilitate law enforcement efforts.
Key Takeaways
USPS proposed a rule requiring states to provide voter lists for mail ballots or face delivery delays. Democrats criticize it as unconstitutional and part of Trump's efforts to restrict mail-in voting.
- USPS proposes rule requiring states to share voter lists for mail ballots
- States must provide names, addresses, and ballot barcode numbers
- Public comment period ends July 2
- Democrats call the plan unconstitutional and illegal
- Rule stems from Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting
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High ConsensusAll 6 publishers report consistent facts across 4 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Usps Ballot Delivery Rule | Broad Agreement | USPS proposes rule requiring states to share voter lists for mail ballots | |
| Voter List Requirements | Broad Agreement | States must provide names, addresses, and ballot barcode numbers | |
| Public Comment Period | Broad Agreement | Public comment period ends July 2 | |
| Democratic Criticism | Broad Agreement | Democrats call the plan unconstitutional and illegal |
Usps Ballot Delivery Rule
Broad AgreementUSPS proposes rule requiring states to share voter lists for mail ballots
Voter List Requirements
Broad AgreementStates must provide names, addresses, and ballot barcode numbers
Public Comment Period
Broad AgreementPublic comment period ends July 2
Democratic Criticism
Broad AgreementDemocrats call the plan unconstitutional and illegal
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The USPS claims the plan would mirror current practices in many states, making the process more efficient by matching ballots sent out with those actually received. Under the proposed rule, states must provide names, addresses, and ballot barcode numbers for mail voters. The public comment period on this proposal ends July 2.
Senator Gary Peters, the top Democrat on the Senate Homeland Security Committee, criticized the proposal during Wednesday's hearing. 'Just because President Trump wants to do this does not make it law, doesn't make it right, doesn't make it constitutional,' Peters stated. All 47 Democratic senators wrote a letter urging USPS to drop the plan, calling it unconstitutional and illegal.
The proposed rule stems from President Donald Trump's March executive order aimed at restricting mail-in voting, which he claims is prone to fraud without providing evidence. Democrats argue this plan shows an attempt to federalize elections, with Sen. Elissa Slotkin calling it 'part of a broader strategy' by the president.
Steiner admitted that USPS lacks authority to enforce election laws but defended the rule as a precaution to ensure only eligible voters receive ballots. The Postal Service faces financial struggles, with Steiner warning Congress that the agency needs help to turn around its operations.
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