In The News | Bronx post office cannot safely deliver packages, USPS says, as customers wait "two and a half hours for a stamp!"

  Bronx post office cannot safely deliver packages, USPS says, as customers wait "two and a half hours for a stamp!"

"...The United States Postal Service says delays at the Morrisania post office are due to "a significant number of packages" that could not safely be left at homes. ...Another resident shared a video of when police were called after frustrated customers got heated over the long wait.

USPS explanation doesn't add up, customers say..."

Reference: www.cbsnews.com





 

Other Postal Unions in the News | Mail carriers protest at Kansas Statehouse ahead of USPS contract negotiations

  Mail carriers protest at Kansas Statehouse ahead of USPS contract negotiations

"...“We are arguing for a contract that is giving us the pay that is appropriate for the job that we do,” NALC Branch 10 President Andrew Mitchell said.

Mitchell says that this isn’t just in northeastern Kansas, but union members across the country are rallying. ..."

Reference: www.wibw.com

TAGS: Mail Carriers,National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC), NALC Branch 10,

 

Here’s what the USPS News Link covered Feb. 16-21

  Here’s what the USPS News Link covered Feb. 16-21

"...We covered more action-packed postage with a look back at Olympic stamps, beginning with the first U.S. release to celebrate the international competition, a 2-cent issue for the Games held at Lake Placid, NY; and shared news of the latest batch of stamp release dates.

There was a cautionary tale about a former USPS mail handler and an accomplice who got prison time and $2.8 million in restitution for stealing checks, and a reminder about the repercussions of misusing Postal Service property. ..."

Reference: news.usps.com
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Contract Update #13 | ECONOMIC DISCUSSIONS CONTINUE

  Contract Update #13 | ECONOMIC DISCUSSIONS CONTINUE

ECONOMIC DISCUSSIONS CONTINUE

2025 No. 13 — February 18, 2026

As we have been reporting since the conclusion of the Hotel week negotiations in September, our negotiations with the Postal Service have turned to a specific focus on economic issues — namely, negotiations around issues such as general wage increases, COLA, night shift differential, and MHA wage rates.

While we have had open discussions with the Postal Service representatives, WE REMAIN FAR APART ON THE CORE ECONOMIC ISSUES. The NPMHU has focused these discussions on the persistent disparities between the NPMHU and what the Postal Service has already agreed to with other postal unions. The NPMHU has made clear that we will not agree to any contract that does not continue the path the NPMHU achieved in prior rounds of bargaining to eliminate and close those disparities.

While the NPMHU will continue to negotiate with the Postal Service, NPMHU leadership has been firm that if the Postal Service will not propose economic terms that achieve our objectives, there will be no agreement.

As we have said throughout these negotiations, our preference is to negotiate an agreement with the Postal Service. If a negotiated agreement is not possible, the NPMHU is prepared to carry the fight through to arbitration to ensure that the next National Agreement achieves the fair wages and working conditions that all Mail Handlers deserve. We will accept nothing less.

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Reference: NPMHU via NPMHU Local 317 - Alabama

 

USPS | Are you looking for a second job? Ethics rules limit the options for USPS employees

  Are you looking for a second job? Ethics rules limit the options for USPS employees

The Postal Service is reminding employees that they can seek second jobs, but certain types of supplemental employment are not permitted.

Federal ethics regulations prohibit USPS employees from engaging in outside employment that conflicts with or affects their postal duties.

Additionally, Postal Service employees cannot:

• Work for a commercial mail receiving entity such as the UPS Store, Mail Boxes Etc. or FedEx Office Print & Ship Center;

• Receive compensation from an outside source for teaching, speaking or writing about matters related to their official USPS duties;

• Receive compensation from any foreign government;

• Perform consulting work — solo or for a company — on postal operations, programs or procedures; or

• Work in any capacity for a commercial entity such as Amazon, UPS, FedEx or DHL that delivers mailable matter that could otherwise be sent via U.S. Mail.

An employee can work for an Amazon subsidiary that does not deliver mailable matter — such as Whole Foods, Amazon Fresh or Twitch — but the employee must obtain prior approval from the USPS Ethics Office.

Also, if your supplemental employment involves appearing before, dealing with or making a representation to the Postal Service or any other federal agency on behalf of another person or business, you must contact the ethics office before taking any action.

Employees also cannot do any selling, fundraising or outside business activity while on duty, in uniform, at USPS facilities or using postal equipment.

Employees with questions can email the ethics office or call 202-268-6346. The Ethics Blue Page contains additional information.

Reference: usps.com




 

Mail Handler Gift Idea | Mail Handler Buried in Packages T-shirt

  Mail Handler Gift Idea | Mail Handler Buried in Packages

"...I'm OK Funny Postal Worker Mail Carrier Handler T-Shirt ..."

Reference: Amazon




 

In The News | Former treasurer of Albuquerque mail handler’s union accused of misusing union funds

  Former treasurer of Albuquerque mail handler’s union accused of misusing union funds

"Local 331, which is based in Albuquerque...Max Jaramillo, 58, served as treasurer of the National Postal Mail Handlers Union, Local 331, from 2014 through early 2024. He used the union’s funds to cover personal expenses, including alcohol, cigarettes, condoms..."

Reference: www.krqe.com




 

Too Cold in 'Bama? | California Dreamin' | Postal Job Fairs

  California USPS Hosting Job Fairs in Concord, Oakland, Richmond, Hercules & Auburn

"The U.S. Postal Service is hosting several free hiring events to help future employees create their online profile and immediately start applying for jobs. ...If you enjoy taking walks, breathing in fresh air, and serving your community, the Postal Service is a great place to work, with job security, career advancement opportunities and benefits. The Postal Service has an immediate need for the following positions to be filled: the following positions to be filled:

Mail Processing: Clerks and Mail Handlers
Delivery: City and Rural Carriers
Transportation: Tractor Trailer Operators
Maintenance: Mechanics, Laborer Custodian and Automotive Technician

A complete list of job fair locations can be found here. ..."

Reference: usps.com




 

Stamp Collecting | 2025 U.S. Marines Corps stamp error found at small post office in Wisconsin

  2025 U.S. Marines Corps stamp error found at small post office in Wisconsin

"...discovered an imperforate error of the United States U.S. Marines commemorative forever stamp — the first major error reported on a 2025 U.S. stamp issue.

The error panes are entirely missing die-cutting on the front of the stamps, while retaining normal rouletting on the reverse. The reverse rouletting would allow the stamps to be easily removed from the pane if the stamps were die cut normally.

The collector who discovered the error pane reported that it had been returned by another customer as defective. It is believed that at least one additional pane exists. ..."

Reference: www.linns.com




 

Managers asked to confirm employees, contractors in eAccess

  Managers asked to confirm employees, contractors in eAccess

"...The Postal Service is reminding managers to check their list of employees and contractors in eAccess.

Managers need to confirm that employees and contractors are assigned correctly in the platform.

If employee or contractor information is outdated or incorrect, managers..."

Reference: news.usps.com




 

Huntsville Processing and Distribution Center | Did post office decision fail north Alabama? Rep. Dale Strong says so...

  Did post office decision fail north Alabama? Rep. Dale Strong says so as he pushes for change

"The U.S. Postal Service will be required to evaluate its consolidation of Huntsville’s processing and distribution center through a bill that passed the U.S. House, U.S. Rep. Dale Strong, R-Monrovia, said Thursday. ...Strong, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, said the move has disrupted mail service across North Alabama. The provision was included in H.R. 7006, the Financial Services and General Government Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bill, which advanced as part of the appropriations package passed earlier this week. It will require USPS to provide a briefing on the impacts of consolidating the Huntsville processing and distribution center, including its effect on mail service to north Alabama. ..."

Reference: www.al.com