DOL Goes Digital: Bye-Bye Certified Mail Headaches
Published Date: 6/10/2025
Notice
Summary
The Department of Labor wants to make it easier for people to get official orders by allowing electronic delivery instead of certified mail. This change affects workers and employers dealing with compensation claims and could save time and money. They’re asking for public feedback before making it official, so now’s the chance to weigh in!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Electronic Delivery for OWCP Orders
The Department of Labor proposes allowing official Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) orders to be delivered electronically instead of by certified mail. If you are a worker or an employer dealing with compensation claims, you could receive orders faster and avoid certified-mail costs, which may save time and money.
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