RURAL CARRIER NEWS
Implementation of the Postal Service’s RTO slowed in February
During the month of February, RTO activations were confined to the area of Springfield, Illinois (ZIPs 623, 625-627). About 150 more post offices now no longer get the evening collection ...
Thinking about taking a new job? Make sure you follow the rules
The Postal Service is reminding employees that federal ethics laws place certain restrictions on them while working at USPS — and after they leave the organization ...
Update to the language covering additional compensation when a significant amount of DPS letter mail has to be cased
There was an update to the language covering additional compensation when a significant amount of DPS letter mail has to be cased ...
Rural Carrier EMA to Decrease 2.0 Cents Effective April 4, 2026
Based on this release, the Equipment Maintenance Allowance (EMA) for rural carriers will decrease 2.0¢ to 95.0¢ per mile. This EMA rate will be effective April 4, 2026 (Pay Period ...
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