USPS Unveils Special Mail Deals – Public Gets to Weigh In
Published Date: 2/12/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service just filed a new deal for special mail services, and the Commission is checking it out. This affects businesses and customers who use these special mail options, with possible changes in prices or services soon. The public can share their thoughts before any final decisions are made.
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Special Mail Prices or Services May Change
You use special Postal Service mail options. The Postal Service filed a negotiated service agreement and the Postal Regulatory Commission is reviewing it, which could lead to changes in prices or services for those special mail options. The public can submit comments before the Commission decides.
Businesses Using Negotiated Mail Deals Affected
If you run a business that uses Postal Service negotiated mail services, the Postal Service filed a new agreement and the Postal Regulatory Commission is reviewing it. This could change the prices or services your business gets for those special mail options, and the public (including businesses) may comment before a final decision.
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