Postal Service Files New Special Mail Deal for Commission Review
Published Date: 2/28/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service has proposed a new deal for special mail services, and the Commission is checking it out. This affects businesses and customers who use these services, with possible changes in prices or options soon. The public can share their thoughts before any decisions are made.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Businesses using negotiated postal deals
The Postal Service filed a negotiated service agreement (a special deal) and the Postal Regulatory Commission is reviewing it. If your business uses these special mail services, the deal could change the prices or service options you pay for or receive, and the public may comment before the Commission decides.
Customers of special mail services affected
The Commission noticed a Postal Service filing for a negotiated service agreement. If you are a customer who uses these special mail services, the agreement could change the prices you pay or the options available to you, and the public can submit comments while the Commission reviews the filing.
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