Federal Register #2026-14508

USPS Proposed Privacy Act System of Records for Federal Election Ballot Mail

This notice from the United States Postal Service (USPS) outlines a proposed Privacy Act System of Records (SOR) related to federal election ballot mail. - Government Buyer: - United States Postal Service (USPS) - Purpose: - Proposes creation of a new SOR (USPS 820.225 Federal Ballot Mail) to support amendments to the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM) for handling mail-in and absentee ballots in federal elections - System Details: - Will maintain records including: - Names and addresses of individuals receiving mail-in ballots - Unique Intelligent Mail barcodes on ballot envelopes - Issuing state or political subdivision - Designed to support compliance with federal law and facilitate law enforcement related to federal election mail - Implementation: - Contingent on outcome of ongoing litigation and issuance of a final rule - Procurement Details: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - No products or services are being procured through this notice - Notable Requirements: - System is for record-keeping and compliance, not for acquisition of goods or services

Description

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is proposing to create a new General Privacy Act System of Records (SOR) to coincide with its proposal to amend the Mailing Standards of the United States Postal Service, Domestic Mail Manual (DMM), regarding the transmission of mail-in or absentee ballots for federal elections. This proposal is linked to the rule "Ballot Mail for Federal Elections" published on June 2, 2026. The final implementation depends on the outcome of ongoing litigation and injunctions, and the system will only take effect if a final rule is issued. The system will maintain records including individuals receiving mail-in ballots, their addresses, unique barcodes on ballot envelopes, and related election information.

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