Postal Commission Extends Deadline for Service Obligation Review
Published Date: 6/24/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Regulatory Commission is giving the Postal Service extra time—until August 6, 2026—to review and comment on how the Postal Service’s universal service obligation is valued. This means anyone interested in how mail services are priced and supported should watch for updates. No money changes yet, but this extension helps make sure the Postal Service can provide a thorough response.
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