Bell Ringer: The Fiscal Condition of the US Postal Service
Postal Reform
Postal Reform
Description
Correspondent Rachel Bade of Congressional Quarterly talked about postal service reform, including legislation, the proposed mail processing centers to be closed, and the suspension of Saturday delivery.
Bell Ringer Assignment
Describe the current difficulties that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is experiencing.
What actions have been taken in the Senate and the House of Representatives?
What are the similarities and differences between the House and Senate proposals?
Explain pre-funding.
What is the surplus retirement?
What effects could these changes have on the public and postal employees?