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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.