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The story behind PMG Dejoy’s abrupt resignation – Inside Trump’s First 100 days
Louis DeJoy was among the federal officials who learned a hard lesson about power in the new Trump era. The former CEO of a logistics company and a Trump megadonor, DeJoy was tapped to become Postmaster General in 2020. Hired to retool an agency on the brink of insolvency, he cut billions of dollars in … Read more
Some Hatch Act restrictions loosened under the Trump administration
The Trump administration on Friday relaxed enforcement of certain rules under the Hatch Act, a law that restricts the partisan political activity of federal employees. Specifically, the Office of Special Counsel, which enforces the Hatch Act, rescinded a May 2024 advisory opinion put out under former Special Counsel Hamption Dellinger. After a legal battle, the president ultimately removed him in March. One … Read more
Dangerous dog regulation bill named after Pam Rock gets unanimous FL Senate support
A bill addressing dangerous dogs, prompted by a tragic local case, passed unanimously on the state senate floor Monday. The Pam Rock Act is named after a mail carrier who died in 2022 in Putnam County after being mauled by a pack of five dogs. State Sen. Jay Collins is one of the co-sponsors for the bill. He spoke … Read more
NRLCA – USPS Shipping Equity Act, H.R. 3011, Introduced in House
On April 24, 2025, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) and Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA) introduced H.R. 3011, the USPS Shipping Equity Act. The NRLCA thanks Congressman Newhouse and Congressman Subramanyam for introducing the USPS Shipping Equity Act, legislation that modernizes outdated regulations and allows the Postal Service to deliver products like wine, beer, and spirits. This act … Read more
Louisiana Rural Carriers Release Open Letter Urging Speaker Johnson and Congressional Reps to Oppose USPS Privatization
Informational Demonstration in Baton Rouge Part of Growing Movement to Hold Elected Officials Accountable and Defend Rural Jobs and Communities This isn’t a hypothetical. Privatization is at our doorstep. If it happens, rural families, seniors, and veterans will pay the price. We’re calling on every Louisiana elected official to stand up.” — Tameka Brown BATON … Read more
This rural carrier took action after an older customer’s mail wasn’t picked up
Rural Carrier Jeffrey Ballenger was on his route in Belleville, IL, recently when he noticed mail accumulating in a customer’s mailbox. The customer, a 93-year-old veteran, usually picked up his mail every day. Ballenger knocked on the man’s front door but got no response. The Postal Service employee then shared his concern with the customer’s … Read more
Comer Announces Full Committee Markup on Budget Legislation for April 30
WASHINGTON—Today, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) announced a markup will take place on Wednesday, April 30th at 10:00 a.m. ET to consider budget legislation to advance President Trump’s agenda to provide tax relief for American families and small businesses, rein in wasteful spending, and reduce the federal budget deficit … Read more
Remember the Past, Fight for the Future this Workers’ Memorial Day
In 1989, the AFL-CIO declared that April 28 would be celebrated each year as “Workers’ Memorial Day” to remember workers who were injured or died on the job and renew the fight for safety and protections at work. The date is intentional – April 28 is the day that the Williams-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act of … Read more
U.S. Postal Service Announces Stamps Celebrating Its 250th Anniversary
WASHINGTON — On July 26, 1775, the Second Continental Congress established a postal system for the United Colonies and appointed Benjamin Franklin as the first postmaster general. The U.S. Postal Service today announced two stamp issues to celebrate its 250th anniversary — one of which is only available in an exclusive booklet. The 32-page booklet … Read more