Monday, November 17, 2025
USPS recommends new competitive prices
The proposed changes would take effect in 2026
The Postal Service has announced shipping service price changes to take effect Sunday, Jan. 18.
The USPS governors approved the proposed adjustments this week.
The changes would raise prices approximately 6.6 percent for Priority Mail, 5.1 percent for Priority Mail Express, 7.8 percent for USPS Ground Advantage and 6 percent for Parcel Select.
Although mailing service price increases are based on the consumer price index, shipping service prices are primarily adjusted according to market conditions. According to the governors, these new rates will keep the Postal Service competitive while providing the organization with needed revenue.
USPS recently announced it would not raise mailing service prices in January.
As part of the Postal Service’s 10-year strategic transformation plan, the proposed price changes will support USPS in creating a revitalized organization capable of achieving its public service mission — providing a nationwide, integrated network for the delivery of mail and packages at least six days a week — in a cost effective and financially sustainable manner over the long term.
The Postal Regulatory Commission will review the changes before they are scheduled to take effect.
The complete USPS price filing, with prices for all products, can be found on the commission’s website in the “Daily Listings” section. The price tables are also available on the Postal Service’s Postal Explorer website.
Heroes
He saw a pickup truck flip over and ran to help
The letter carrier pulled the driver from the vehicle and gave him first aid
San Antonio Letter Carrier Ernest Fuentes was delivering mail recently when a pickup truck careened off a nearby highway and flipped several times until it landed upside down.
The driver was conscious, but he could not get out of the vehicle.
Fuentes called 911 and then tried to open the vehicle’s passenger door.
A passerby teetered the truck, allowing Fuentes to pry open the door and pull the driver out.
The Postal Service employee then removed broken glass from the man’s hands, arms and head while waiting for paramedics to arrive.
The man was taken to a nearby hospital where he was treated and then released. He has since recovered.
Employees featured in “Heroes” receive letters of commendation through the Postmaster General Heroes’ Program. The nomination form is available on Blue.
Week in Review
Here’s what Link covered Nov. 9-15
Open season, the year-end financials and price changes made news
Last week, Link told readers about open season, the annual opportunity for Postal Service employees to make changes to their health coverage or choose a new plan for the year ahead.
We also reported on the organization’s financial results for the fiscal year that ended Sept. 30, as well as planned changes to shipping service prices.
In a more lighthearted vein, Link told you about a Condé Nast Traveler magazine article that spotlighted unusual Post Offices around the world.
We also spread the word about the Postal Inspection Service’s latest seasonal ad campaign, “Cut Out Crime.”
Finally, “Heroes” shared the dramatic story of Ernest Fuentes, a San Antonio letter carrier who saw a pickup truck veer off the road and flip over several times.
Fuentes immediately called 911 and helped maneuver the man out of the truck cab with the help of a passerby.
The USPS employee also removed broken glass from the man’s hands and arms while waiting for paramedics to arrive. The driver has since recovered.
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Employees are now able to reset their LiteBlue MFA
Postal Service employees are now able to reset their multifactor authentication security method, also known as MFA, when they log in to LiteBlue.
Employees can do so by clicking on the “Self-Service MFA Reset” link on the LiteBlue login screen and submitting the request. After a manager approves the request, the employee will receive an email with a link to set up, update or recover an MFA method.
Employees who encounter problems can contact the USPS IT Service Desk at 800-877-7435 and ask the agent to reset their MFA options.
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USPS recommends new competitive prices
The proposed changes would take effect in 2026
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Heroes
He saw a pickup truck flip over and ran to help
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Week in Review
Here’s what Link covered Nov. 9-15
Open season, the year-end financials and price changes made news
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Employees are now able to reset their LiteBlue MFA