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Shippers should expect more USPS Price Increases
More USPS Price Increases Will Come Sooner than Shippers Think
Shippers should expect more USPS price increases, as the Postal Service has stated it must raise rates to outpace soaring levels of inflation.
New USPS service standards will change First Class Package delivery timeframes
New USPS Service Standards to Take Effect on May 1st
The Postal Regulatory Commission has approved a plan to change the service standards of First Class Package shipments in order for USPS to transport more parcels on trucks.
President Biden Signs Postal Reform Bill
President Biden Signed Postal Reform Bill into Law
President Biden signed the Postal Reform Bill into law, eliminating pre-funding and ushering the most significant changes to USPS in 16 years.
FedEx founder Fred Smith to step down as CEO
FedEx Founder Fred Smith to Step Down as CEO
Effective on June 1st, 2022, Raj Subramaniam will replace Fred Smith, the business magnate who founded FedEx in 1973, as the company's CEO.
Stamps.com lawsuit settles with investors receiving $100 million
Stamps.com Lawsuit Results in Settlement of $100 Million to Investors
A federal judge in California has given final approval for Stamps.com to pay $100 million to investors who claim the company defrauded them by concealing a souring relationship with USPS.
Senate passes Postal Service Reform Act
Senate Passes Postal Service Reform Act
The Senate has passed the Postal Service Reform Act with a heavily bipartisan vote of 79-19, and the bill now moves onto President Biden.
Donate to Ukraine
How to Donate to Ukraine Without Being Able to Ship There
Although the major carriers have halted acceptance of any packages to Ukraine, shippers can still provide help to Ukraine by donating to causes that provide immediate relief to the country's citizens.
shipments to Ukraine halted due to ongoing conflict in the area
UPS and FedEx Halt Shipments to Russia and Ukraine
Due to ongoing conflict in the area, UPS & FedEx have halted shipments to Russia and Ukraine, while Ukraine Post has also suspended all deliveries until further notice.
Senate postpones the Postal Reform Act due to a clerical error
Senate Postpones Vote on Postal Reform Act
Due to a clerical error, the Senate will postpone voting on the Postal Service Reform Act, which passed in the House with bipartisan support.
Postal Service Reform Act
Postal Service Reform Act Passes in the House
The House of Representatives passed the Postal Service Reform Act on February 8th, 2022, paving the way for legislation that will save USPS $50 billion over the next 10 years.
Get free Covid tests on USPS.com
Get Free Covid Tests on USPS.com
Residential households can now order up to four free COVID-19 tests on USPS.com. The tests are free, and USPS will deliver within 7-12 days once the order is placed.
USPS will Deliver 500 Million Covid Tests
USPS Will Deliver 500 Million Covid Tests
The White House is finalizing a deal for USPS to delivery 500 million Covid tests, and the agency expects to begin delivery in mid-January.