Post Office Gets Comment Extension: More Time to Mail in Rate Ideas
Published Date: 7/10/2025
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Summary
The Postal Service asked for more time to gather feedback on their rate rules, and the Commission said yes! Now, everyone has extra days to share their thoughts, plus a new deadline to reply to comments. This means more chances to weigh in before any changes happen.
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