USPS Special Mail Deals Tweaked: Public Comments Due Soon
Published Date: 1/2/2026
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Summary
The Postal Service wants to add or change special deals for competitive mail services, and the Postal Regulatory Commission is asking the public to share their thoughts by January 7, 2026. This affects businesses and customers who use these special mail options, with possible new pricing or service tweaks coming soon. It’s a chance to weigh in before any changes take effect!
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Filing to Amend Postal Contract 954
The Postal Service filed a request to amend a negotiated contract called Contract 954, covering Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground-Advantage. The Commission accepted the filing on December 29, 2025 (Docket No. K2025-695) and is inviting public comment by January 7, 2026; some filing material is under seal.
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Previous: 2025-24208, Notice of Annual Adjustment of the Cap on Average Total Assets That Defines Community Financial Institutions
Starting January 1, 2026, the Federal Housing Finance Agency raised the asset limit for community financial institutions to $1.541 billion. This means more banks with assets under this new cap can enjoy special benefits when working with Federal Home Loan Banks. The change reflects inflation and helps keep things fair for smaller banks.
Next: 2025-24211, FY 2025 Annual Compliance Report
The Postal Service shared its FY 2025 report showing how much it earned, spent, and how well it delivered mail. The Postal Regulatory Commission will review this info and decide if rates and service met the rules within 90 days. Everyone can share their thoughts by January 27, 2026, so get ready to join the conversation!