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News Archive: Page 28
NBC News report on how Vote-by-Mail improves security and turnout
On Friday night, NBC Nightly News aired a piece on how Oregon’s move to Vote at Home has not only engendered bipartisan support, but has led to more secure elections, a more engaged electorate and lower costs for taxpayers.
Help elect labor-friendly candidates with Labor 2018
Join the AFL-CIO for Labor 2018 walks, phone banks and worksite actions to talk to fellow union brothers and sisters about the issues that matter to all of us.
PMG Statement
Over the past week, the men and women of the United States Postal Service and the Postal Inspection Service responded quickly and effectively to the threat of suspicious packages in the mail stream.
Explosive devices discovered in mail packages; know the warning signs
Over the last several days, the media have reported on a number of explosive devices sent through the mail. Letter carriers and other postal workers need to know what to look for to identify any additional suspicious packages.
Arrest made in explosive devices sent through the mail; don’t let guard down
It was reported today that a suspect has been arrested in connection with explosive packages sent through the Postal Service, even as at least two more potential devices were found in the mail stream this morning.
Statement: NALC opposes State Department decision to leave UPU
Leaving the UPU could have unintended negative consequences on American citizens and businesses and hurt the Postal Service financially.
Former NALC Vice President Hutchins has died
Former NALC Vice President Lawrence “Larry” G. Hutchins Sr. died on Oct. 9. He was 87.
Missing: Letter Carrier Kierra Coles 27 y/o Female
Kierra Coles is a Letter Carrier for the USPS. She is 27 years old, 5'4" and 125 pounds, with a tattoo of a heart on her right hand, and another that says 'lucky libra' on her back.
New ‘Questions and Answers—2011 USPS/NALC National Agreement’ released
Jointly-developed M-01870 provides the mutual understanding of the national parties on issues related to the 2011 USPS/NALC National Agreement.
M-01831 settles interpretive dispute regarding application of MOU Re: FSS Implementation (M-01643)
The NALC and USPS have settled the interpretive dispute regarding the application of the MOU Re: FSS Implementation (M-01643).
New memorandum of understanding on filling full-time regular opportunities
NALC and the USPS have agreed on the MOU Re: Full-time Regular Opportunities – City Letter Carrier Craft (M-01834), which extends M-01824 through May 31, 2014 and incorporates changes to the process for filling full-time regular opportunities.
USPS announces new scanning device
The Postal Service has announced the deployment of a new Mobile Delivery Device (MDD) to be used by letter carriers.
USPS announces new scanning device
The Postal Service has announced the deployment of a new Mobile Delivery Device (MDD) to be used by letter carriers.
NALC and USPS agree to new joint route adjustment process
The NALC and USPS have agreed upon a new joint route adjustment process called City Delivery Route Alternative Adjustment Process (CDRAAP) for 2014 and 2015.
NALC and USPS agree to new joint route adjustment process
The NALC and USPS have agreed upon a new joint route adjustment process called City Delivery Route Alternative Adjustment Process (CDRAAP) for 2014 and 2015.
Statement: U.S. Mail: Not For Sale Nationwide Rallies
Statement from President Fredric Rolando, NALC
NALC national elections
The National Election Committee, appointed at the Detroit National Convention to conduct the election of national officers for NALC for four-year terms, has announced the results.
Branch Officers Training set for Jan. 7-10 in Orlando, FL
NALC Secretary-Treasurer Nicole Rhine has announced that Branch Officers Training will be held January 7-10, 2019, in Orlando, FL.
NALC responds to Hurricane Michael
Helping to account for each other's needs is the beginning point for assistance.
H. Res. 993 reaches 219 cosponsors
A bipartisan majority of the House of Representatives has cosponsored House Resolution 993.
U.S. Mail: Not for Sale rallies being organized
The list of rally locations is being updated daily. Please see if a rally is planned near you and sign up to attend.
USPS-NALC Joint Contract Administration Manual (JCAM) now available online
The NALC is pleased to announce that the 2014 JCAM is now available online.
MOU on bidding during probationary period
NALC and USPS have entered into the Memorandum of Understanding Re: Article 12.1 – Probationary Period – Bidding.
CDRAAP Zone Selection Period Extended
The national parties have agreed to extend the selection period for the City Delivery Route Alternative Adjustment Process (CDRAAP) 2014-2015. The selection period will still begin on Nov. 3, 2014, but it will now end on Nov. 21, 2014.
CDRAAP guidelines now available
The NALC and USPS have released a jointly developed document (M-01846) that provides the mutual understanding of the national parties on issues related to the MOU Re: City Delivery Route Alternative Adjustment Process - 2014-2015.