USPS proposes fuel surcharge
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The U.S. Postal Service has filed a notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission seeking a price increase on shipping items, which would take effect on April 26 and last through Jan. 17, 2027, pending approval.
USPS is proposing a temporary 8% surcharge on Priority Mail and other shipping services as rising fuel costs strain finances.
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USPS seeks temporary 8% price hike on package shipping services, citing high transportation costs
The U.S. Postal Service has filed a notice with regulators requesting a temporary 8% price increase on several package shipping services, with the agency citing "transportation-related" challenges.
USPS said that the objective of temporary price adjustment, “is to help cover extra handling costs to ensure a successful peak season.” Earlier this month, the United States Postal Service (USPS) said it has filed notice with the Postal Regulatory ...
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, a Democrat, was among those that blamed Republican President Donald Trump for the hike, saying it should be called the “Trump Mail Tax.” Newsweek has contacted the White House via email for comment.