Statement of NALC President William H. Young
Regarding Presidential Postal Commission Action

"It is inconceivable to envision a postal reform bill that would allow postal employees to receive differing levels of pay for the same work or a measure that would revoke the promise made to retired letter carriers that they will receive comprehensive retirement and health benefits.

"We are confident the Senators and Representatives in Congress will understand the adverse impact of these proposals and will refuse to put their stamp of approval on them.

"The National Association of Letter Carriers will continue to work with our coalition of stakeholders and Congress to develop meaningful postal reform that does not intrude in the collective bargaining process, including worthy recommendations by the Commission to give the Postal Service greater marketing and pricing flexibility, retain universal service to all Americans, and to streamline the employee grievance process.