Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Have a USPS vehicle? Don’t misuse it
There are rules about where you can go and who can go with you
The Postal Service is reminding employees to only use USPS vehicles for authorized purposes.
The vehicles should never be used to commute between home and work; run personal errands; complete non-USPS job assignments; or transport unauthorized people.
While on official travel or a detail assignment, using a postal vehicle for unauthorized activities — such as going sightseeing or visiting friends — is prohibited.
Misusing a Postal Service vehicle can result in disciplinary action. In some instances, a federal statute mandates a minimum penalty of a 30-day suspension without pay.
Employees with questions about the use and misuse of postal vehicles should email the USPS Ethics Office. Those with questions about using a vehicle for official duties should email the USPS Travel Office.
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August 19, 2025
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‘Thriving with Prediabetes and Diabetes’
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar to learn ways to manage prediabetes and diabetes through healthy eating, exercise and stress management.
The session, “Thriving with Prediabetes and Diabetes,” will be held Tuesday, Aug. 19, from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern.
Representatives from Kaiser Permanente, a provider of health plans for federal employees, will lead the discussion.
Participants must register before the event on the webinar website.
Participation is voluntary. Nonexempt employees must participate off the clock or during authorized breaks.
Employees with questions can email the USPS Benefits and Wellness team.
PMG’s board remarks available
The Postal Service has released Postmaster General David Steiner’s remarks at the USPS Board of Governors’ Aug. 7 meeting.
The topics include his priorities, the organization’s financial and service performance, and its ongoing 250th anniversary commemoration.
The message is available on the USPS Newsroom website.
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