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Economics Blog: Federal Reserve increases target interest rates
On June 13, 2018, the Federal Reserve raised the target federal funds rate range by another 0.25%, bringing the target range to 1.75%-2.00% (up from 1.50%-1.75%).
Notice to prospective candidates in the 2018 NALC election (updated)
In accordance with federal law, NALC has arranged for Blue Bulldog Digital to handle requests by candidates for national office in the 2018 NALC election to distribute campaign literature by e-mail.
Convention: June 18 is the housing deadline at the NALC rate
If you have mailed your delegate eligibility list prior to the May deadline, but have not received your convention credentials, please call NALC Headquarters immediately.
Update on Trump executive orders attacking federal employees
NALC's analysis has concluded that the three executive orders do not apply to the Postal Service or its unions, a conclusion that was confirmed in writing by officials of the Office of Personnel Management.
NALC priority resolutions reach majority support
As of June 5, all NALC priority resolutions now have a bipartisan majority of Congress supporting them. With that milestone met, it is highly unlikely that some in Congress might try to use the legislative process to cut them.
POSTAL FACTS: June 8, 2018 (updated)
In a letter to the editor, President Rolando complimented the Tecumseh Herald (MI) for its moving story on a widow's connection to the food drive. In a Washington Examiner commentary, Rolando rebutted an op-ed and spelled out USPS's financial situation.
NALC submits postal workforce recommendations to White House
In a meeting with the White House today, NALC President Fred Rolando delivered policy recommendations to the White House Task Force on the Postal Service.
Hellman to retire; Rolando to appoint Stewart
Brian Hellman, director of the NALC Health Benefit Plan, announced that he will retire after the 71st Biennial Convention in Detroit in July.
Executive orders on federal employees
NALC is currently investigating if the executive orders issued by President Trump on Friday May 25 have any impact on the Postal Service. We will report our findings as information becomes available.
Food drive collection results forms due by June 9
Branch collection results forms are due at NALC Headquarters by June 9. You can download and print the form from the NALC website.