Postal Service Requests Approval for New Competitive Rates
Published Date: 6/5/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service has asked for approval of a new special deal to offer competitive mailing services. This affects businesses and customers who use these services, with public comments open until June 10, 2026. The changes could mean new options and pricing for mailing products soon!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
New International Mail Contract Filed
The Postal Service filed a request (Docket Nos. MC2026-260 and K2026-258) on June 2, 2026 to add "Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International & First-Class Package International Service Contract 115" to the Competitive Product List. This filing concerns a competitive negotiated service agreement that the Commission will review, and public comments are due June 10, 2026. The notice says this affects businesses and customers who use these mailing services and could lead to new options and pricing for those services.
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