House Oversight Committee Looking Into Postal Service Hatch Act Violation
The House Oversight Committee has taken an interest in the IG investigation that concluded the Postal Service violated the Hatch Act during the 2016 elections.
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Lawmakers Take a Closer Look at LWOP Use by Agencies
Two lawmakers are questioning agencies about their use of leave without pay to ensure it is being granted in a “politically neutral manner.”
Postal Service Reports $2.1 Billion Net Loss for Q3
The Postal Service posted a net loss of over $2 billion in the latest quarter and may again default on payments for future retiree health benefits.
How a Postage Stamp Saved My Life
The author tells the story of how a postage stamp caused her to see her life in a more positive way.
The Hatch Act, Unions and Postal Service
According to the OSC, the Postal Service took action to assist a union’s political activity in violation of the Hatch Act.
USPS Gave Union Officials 2,776 Days For Election Work
A Postal union endorsing Hillary Clinton and other Democrats gave 2,776 days to union officials to work on the union’s political activities.
Postal Service: Highest Paid Employees and Highest Averages
The searchable database for Postal employee salaries has been updated with FY 2017 data. Here are some statistics based on the latest available data.
Postal Worker Accused of Feeding Nails to Dog on Her Route
A north Alabama mail carrier was arrested for animal cruelty for allegations that she fed meatballs laced with nails to at least one neighborhood dog.
Tentative Agreement Announced to Give Postal Employees a Pay Raise
The National Association of Letter Carriers recently announced a tentative agreement that would give pay raises and COLAs to a number of Postal employees.
Budget Proposal Calls for Big Cuts to Reform Postal Service
The Trump Administration’s 2018 budget proposal outlines significant suggested cuts to the Postal Service in an effort to restore its financial solvency.
