USPS Pitches Fancy Shipping Perks—Speak Now or Forever Hold Packages
Published Date: 2/5/2025
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Summary
The Postal Service has asked for approval of new deals that offer special shipping options to businesses. If you use or work with postal services, these changes might affect how you send packages and could change prices. You’ve got until February 7, 2025, to share your thoughts before the Postal Regulatory Commission makes a decision.
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New USPS Negotiated Shipping Contracts
The Postal Service filed to add two negotiated service agreements—Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage Contract 1325 and Contract 1326—to the Competitive Product List. The filings were accepted January 30, 2025, and public comments are due February 7, 2025; if approved, these contracts could change shipping options and prices for businesses and others who send packages.
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