H.R. 2589 — To provide for the privatization of the United States Postal Service.

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Provides for the transfer of the U.S. Postal Service to a private corporation.

Directs the President to transmit to the Congress: (1) a comprehensive plan providing for the transfer of property subject to this Act; and (2) recommendations for legislation as necessary.

Establishes the Postal Privatization Commission to: (1) carry out functions relating to the issuance of securities to postal employees; and (2) consult with the President on the transfer.

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1999-07-22
Introduced in House
1999-07-22
Introduced in House
1999-07-22
Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
1999-07-26
Referred to the Subcommittee on Postal Service.

To provide for the privatization of the United States Postal Service.

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