Postal Drama: Virtual Hearing Battle Looms in May
Published Date: 3/7/2025
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Summary
The Postal Regulatory Commission is setting up a virtual hearing starting May 15, 2025, to sort out a complaint involving postal services. Everyone involved must follow a tight schedule for submitting evidence and briefs, with deadlines stretching into July. This process could impact how postal services operate and might involve financial decisions, so stay tuned!
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