USPS Files New Mail Deal, Commission Seeks Your Input Soon
Published Date: 8/4/2025
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 services, with possible changes in prices or options soon. The public can share their thoughts before any decisions are made, so keep an eye out!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Postal negotiated service agreement filing
You — businesses and customers who use the affected special mail services — may see changes to prices or service options if the Postal Service's negotiated service agreement is approved. The Postal Service filed the agreement and the Postal Regulatory Commission is reviewing the filing. The public can submit comments before the Commission makes a decision.
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