Postal Commission Reviews New Special Mail Service Deal
Published Date: 7/25/2025
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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 coming soon. Everyone’s invited to share their thoughts before any final decisions are made!
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New negotiated mail deal for businesses
If you run a business that uses special mail services, the Postal Service filed a new negotiated service agreement that may change those services. The Postal Regulatory Commission is reviewing the filing, and your business could be affected by upcoming changes to these special mail options.
Possible changes to special mail for customers
If you are a customer who uses special mail options, a new Postal Service negotiated service agreement filing could lead to changes in those services. The Commission is reviewing the filing and inviting public input while it considers whether to approve any changes.
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