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USPS Loses $9.5 Billion in FY 2024

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 18, 2024 8:05 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The annual losses at the Postal Service continue to mount.

USPS Reports $2.5 Billion Net Loss in Q3 2024

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 9, 2024 8:53 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The Postal Service reported a $2.5 billion net loss in the third quarter of the 2024 fiscal year.

What Were Worst Cities for Dog Attacks on USPS Employees in 2023?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 3, 2024 6:40 AM | Updated: Jun 4, 2024 8:15 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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The Postal Service has released its annual list of the worst cities and states for dog attacks on USPS employees in 2023.

Bill Introduced to Protect Mail Carriers From Rising Crime

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 28, 2024 7:05 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
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Legislation has been introduced in an attempt to protect USPS mail carriers from being targeted by criminals.

Postmaster Gets in Trouble with Agency for Unacceptable Direction of Staff

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithMay 9, 2024 9:22 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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A postmaster was demoted when the IG found that his staff improperly scanned more than 1,000 packages showing them delivered when they hadn’t been. See how he fared on his appeal.

USPS Plans Another Rate Increase

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 11, 2024 8:39 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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The Postal Service plans to raise stamp prices by 7.4% starting this summer.

Conditionally Approved List of Postal Service Health Benefits Program Carriers Released

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 12, 2024 5:38 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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A listing of conditionally approved Postal Service Health Benefits Program carriers is now available.

USPS Reports 110% Increase in Net Losses to Start 2024

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 9, 2024 12:04 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Inflation and the costs of paying for retirement benefits are weighing heavily on the U.S. Postal Service.

Was His FERS Annuity Lost Due to Forged Signature?

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithJan 17, 2024 8:03 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Wooden judge's gavel lying on top of a spread of cash ($100 bills)

A retired USPS employee tried to win a FERS annuity from OPM, claiming his ex-wife had forged his signature on a crucial document that led to denial of the annuity.

USPS Loses $6.5 Billion in FY 2023

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 15, 2023 11:56 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
Customer entrance to Post Office building showing the United States Postal Service logo on the awning over the doorway

The Postal Service continues to struggle financially, reporting net losses into the billions in fiscal year 2023.

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