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News Archive: Page 20
Former Branch 84 shop steward Stephen Rice dies
NALC is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Pittsburgh Branch 84 member Stephen Rice.
President Fredric Rolando appoints three new members to the NALC Executive Council
President Fredric Rolando announced the appointment of three new members for the NALC Executive Council
Several COVID-19 related MOUs extended until February 2022
By joint agreement (M-01969), several COVID-19 related memorandums of understanding have been further extended through Feb. 11, 2022.
NALC Disaster Relief Foundation can help members affected by recent storms
NALC is deeply saddened by the destruction and loss of life caused by the devastating storms and tornadoes across the South and Midwest last weekend.
Registration is open for virtual modified Branch Officers Training
NALC Secretary-Treasurer Nicole Rhine has announced that modified Branch Officers Training on several timely topics will be held virtually on Jan. 23 and 30.
Former Branch 187 President Andrew Kostrzewa dies
NALC is deeply saddened to learn of the death of former Branch 187 President Andrew Kostrzewa.
Lost NALC brothers and sisters
NALC is deeply saddened to learn of the recent passing of these members who died from COVID-19, on-duty incidents and off-duty incidents.
President Rolando extends COVID-19 dispensation
On Dec. 6, NALC President Fredric V. Rolando sent a letter to branches and state associations extending dispensation through 2022 for several issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Congress funds government through Feb. 18 avoiding shutdown
Thursday night, Congress passed a continuing resolution that will fund the government until Feb. 18.
Daughter of Branch 320 member killed in Oxford High School shooting
NALC is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Madisyn Baldwin, the daughter of Branch 320 member Robert Baldwin.
Update on Juneteenth Holiday
President Biden signed into law the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act on June 17, 2021, making June 19 a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.
Dan Tangherlini and Derek Kan nominated to Postal Service BOG
Today, President Biden nominated Dan Tangherlini and Derek Kan to serve on the U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors (BOG).
USPS implements Plan B process during peak season
USPS Plan B initiative designed to improve parcel delivery for peak season 2021.
OSHA update
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit in Cincinnati, Ohio has been designated to resolve all pending legal challenges to the Biden administration’s emergency rule on workplace COVID-19 vaccination and testing.
Statement by NALC President Fredric Rolando on the Nov. 10 USPS Fiscal Year 2021 financial report
The postal revenue increase for Fiscal Year 2021 over Fiscal Year 2020 makes two things clear.
OSHA releases an emergency temporary standard on COVID-19 vaccination and testing
The ETS, which does apply to the Postal Service, was officially filed in the Office of the Federal Register on Nov. 4.
Michelle McQuality elected to serve on CLUW’s National Officers Council
Michelle McQuality was elected to serve as a Vice President on the National Officers Council for the Coalition of Labor Union Women (CLUW).
Lost NALC Brothers and Sisters
The NALC is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of these members.
Statement from NALC President Fredric Rolando on the Lamar Annex Shooting in Memphis
NALC President Fredric Rolando issued the following statement on the shooting at the East Lamar Carrier Annex in Memphis, Tennessee.
Several COVID-19 related MOUs extended through December
By joint agreement (M-01966), several COVID-19 related memorandums of understanding have been further extended through December 31, 2021.
NALC supports critical investment in postal infrastructure
NALC strongly supports the $7 billion in federal funding for the electrification of the Postal Service vehicle fleet that is included in the reconciliation package.
Freedom to Vote Act introduced in Senate
Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) introduced the Freedom to Vote Act (S. 2747), a bill to expand voting rights and reduce the influence of big money in politics.
Executive orders require COVID-19 vaccines for federal employees and contractors
On Sept. 9, President Biden issued two executive orders regarding COVID-19 vaccines.
USPS revises face covering policy
The Postal Service has revised its policy on face coverings.
Long-time Branch 825 officer Eric Smith passes away
The NALC is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Eric Smith on July 25, 2021.