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Installation of officers set for Dec. 12
The installation of NALC’s 28 elected national officers for four-year terms will take place in Washington, DC, on the evening of Saturday, Dec. 12. Ticket orders must be received by Monday, Nov. 16.
Virtual training on revisions to LM-2 filings announced
NALC Secretary-Treasurer Nicole Rhine has announced that training on revisions to the format of Form LM-2 filings—the result of a final rule issued by the Department of Labor earlier this year—will be held on Nov. 13.
NALC Bulletin
James Henry elected NALC president; installation of officers set for Dec. 12
2026 NALC national election results announced
The National Election Committee, appointed at the 74th Biennial Convention in Los Angeles to conduct the election of national officers for NALC, has announced the results.
Sign up now: Virtual phone bank calling Texas union voters on Sunday, Oct. 25
NALC will host a virtual phone bank calling Texas union voters this Sunday, Oct. 25 from 3-5:30 p.m. ET.
Former vice president Ron Brown dies
NALC is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Ronald Brown, age 84. During his 62-year postal career, Brown served as a Region 6 national business agent (NBA), national vice president and director of retired members.
NALC condemns brutal attack on Detroit letter carrier; demands urgent action against rising violence
NALC strongly condemns the violent attack on a Detroit letter carrier who was assaulted and injured by a group of men while delivering the mail on Oct. 7.
NALC Health Benefit Plan: 2027 PSHB benefits released
Open Season for the 2027 plan year begins Monday, Nov. 9, and continues through Monday, Dec. 14, 2026.
December penalty overtime exclusion set
This year, the December period begins Pay Period 26-2026, Week 1 (Nov. 28, 2026) and ends Pay Period 27-2026, Week 2 (Dec. 25, 2026).
Handbook M-41 revisions and interpretive issue settlement
In a letter dated Aug. 12, 2026, the Postal Service notified NALC, pursuant to Article 19 of the National Agreement of proposed revisions to the Handbook M-41.
Senate confirms Keith Sonderling as next labor secretary
Last night, in a party-line 47-41 vote, the Senate confirmed Keith Sonderling as the next secretary of the Department of Labor (DOL).
What to do if you do not receive an NALC ballot
If you are eligible to vote and do not receive a ballot by Monday, Oct. 5, or if you have spoiled your ballot or need a replacement ballot for any reason, you must notify the National Election Committee.
Mutual Benefit Association representative training
A Mutual Benefit Association (MBA) representative training will be held on Sunday, Nov. 8. This is the third in the 2026 series of training sessions, and will be focused on the MBA’s Retirement Savings Plans.
NALC mourns the loss of F. John Miller, executive assistant to three NALC presidents
NALC is deeply saddened to report the death of F. John Miller, an NALC Headquarters employee who retired in 2005 after a 28-year career serving America’s letter carriers.
Supreme Court ruling blocks administration from restricting mail-in ballots
On Monday, the Supreme Court rejected the administration’s plan to limit mail-in ballots nationwide.
National Election Committee clarifies mailing dates
The mailing of the ballots may occur as early as September 18 and will continue until completed on September 28. This is to give the best opportunity to all members to receive, vote and return their ballot in a timely manner.
New memorandums of understanding and national-level settlements
All five documents can be found in NALC’s Materials Reference System (MRS) on the NALC website.
September-October Postal Record
Read the latest issue online.
NALC Bulletin
Ballots for NALC national election to be mailed in September; Bill expanding federal workers’ access to workers’ compensation providers advances; Executive order limiting vote-by mail faces hurdles in court
NALC statement on Supreme Court ruling on mail-in ballots
While this process continues to play out in the courts, letter carriers will continue doing what we do best: delivering for Americans.
National Election Committee sets election dates
On or about Sept. 28, ballots will be mailed to all eligible voters. Official election instructions will be included with all ballots. To be eligible to vote, a person must be a member of NALC in good standing as of June 1, 2026.
Convention workshop presentations available in Members Only portal
Log in to the Members Only portal and click “National Convention Menu” to download the PDFs.
National Election Committee conducts lottery selection
The National Election Committee, appointed at the Los Angeles convention to conduct the election of national officers for NALC, met on Aug. 17 to set the rules and procedures for the election.
Election committee sets time for lottery selection
The lottery selection will begin at 1 p.m. EDT. Once the lottery selection is completed, the National Election Committee will announce on the NALC website the order in which the listing of the names will be placed on the ballots.
Election committee appointed
In accordance with Article 6, Section 7 of the NALC Constitution, on Aug. 6, NALC President Brian L. Renfroe appointed a National Election Committee to oversee the conduct of the 2026 election of national officers.