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News Archive: Page 36
Join us to fight for our freedom
Thousands of workers and allies will march in Washington, DC, and in cities nationwide on Feb. 24 as part of the Working People’s Day of Action.
NALC President Rolando walking for MDA
On May 19, NALC President Fredric Rolando will take a few steps to help “Deliver the Cure” for muscular dystrophy by participating in a Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Muscle Walk fundraiser in Alexandria, VA. Find out how you can help.
Fourth COLA set at $520
The fourth contract COLA is finalized today at $520 annually with the release of the January 2018 CPI-W.
NALC statement on USPS Q1 financial report for FY 2018
NALC President Fredric Rolando’s statement on the Feb. 9 release of the U.S. Postal Service’s financial statement for the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2018, covering the months of October, November and December of 2017:
Economics blog: Unemployment holds at 4.1 percent but problems remain in the labor market
The data released on Friday points to continuing lags in the labor market and its implications for unemployed workers even in the so-called economic expansion.
Convention registration materials mailed
The Delegate Eligibility Lists and registration forms were mailed out to all branch secretaries as of Feb. 2.
POSTAL FACTS: Feb. 2, 2018 (Updated)
NALC President Rolando discusses the Postal Service’s value while also setting the record straight about some common misconceptions in The Washington Times. Vote at home increases turnout, study finds.
Food Drive promotional artwork available
The Family Circus cartoon for the 2018 Food Drive is available on the Food Drive tool kit.
Food Drive task No. 1: Register
The deadline for branches to register for the 26th annual Letter Carriers’ “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive is March 1.
USPS remains open despite government shutdown
The Postal Service has confirmed in a tweet that the shutdown will not affect USPS or its employees.
OSHA: Employers must post injury/illness summary beginning Feb. 1
OSHA reminds employers of their obligation to post job-related injuries and illnesses logged during 2017. Each year, between Feb. 1 and April 30, the summary must be displayed in a common area where notices to employees are usually posted.
Lassan appointed as Region 8 National Business Agent
NALC President Fredric Rolando has appointed Steve Lassan as national business agent (NBA) for Region 8 (Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee). Lassan replaces retired Region 8 NBA Pete Moss.
CCA back pay update
The Postal Service has notified NALC that the retroactive payments for city carrier assistants resulting from implementation of the 2016-2019 National Agreement will be delayed by one pay period.
Update on legal action concerning 2017 ratification balloting
Legal claims challenging the conduct of the 2017 contract ratification vote have been dismissed by the U.S. District Court in Washington D.C.
POSTAL FACTS: Jan. 10, 2018 (updated)
President Rolando responds to The Hill. NALC Chief of Staff Jim Sauber is interviewed about the Postal Service by Federal News Radio.
NALC response to White House tweet on the Postal Service
If the president truly wants to make the Postal Service “smarter and richer,” he has the power to do so.
Mutual Benefit Association announces interest rates for 2018
MBA is currently paying 3.25% on the Retirement Savings Plan (except for those policies which guarantee a higher minimum rate).
POSTAL FACTS: Dec. 28, 2017
Charleston, WV Br. 531’s Combs’s letter to the Charleston Gazette-Mail. Pocatello, ID Br. 927’s Rich on KPVI-TV. Idaho State President Paige’s letters to Coeur d’Alene Press, Idaho Statesman.
Questions and answers about changes to TSP withdrawal options
The Thrift Savings Plan has released a fact sheet that answers frequently asked questions about changes to TSP withdrawal options associated with the passage of the TSP Modernization Act.
Now accepting applications for the 2018 NALC Leadership Academy
The Leadership Academy, open to all active NALC members, is designed to both develop and enhance the knowledge and skills that are essential for NALC leaders.
2016 Penalty Overtime Exclusion period
The December period during which penalty overtime regulations are not applicable consists of four consecutive service weeks.
Back pay update
Here is an update on back pay for active and retired letter carriers.
PRC completes its review of the postage rate-setting system
The PRC agreed with NALC, USPS and the other postal unions that the current postage rate-setting system is not working. NALC is reviewing the proposed rate-making changes.
Tell your senators to vote ‘no’ on tax bill
NALC urges you to call your senators now and tell them to oppose S. 1 when it comes to the Senate floor.
Economics Blog: Consumer sentiment is at its highest levels since January 2004
The index of consumer sentiment was 98.5 for November 2017, down 2.2 percent from October 2017 but an increase in 5.6 percent from November 2016.