Postal Commission Eyes USPS's Latest Special Mail Deals
Published Date: 6/6/2025
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. Everyone’s invited to share their thoughts before any final decisions are made!
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New Postal Service Agreement
If you or your business use special Postal Service mail options, the Postal Service filed a new negotiated service agreement that the Postal Regulatory Commission is reviewing. This could lead to changes in prices or services for those special mail options soon, and the Commission has invited public comment before any final decision.
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