USPS Plans Temporary 8% Price Hike on Priority Mail Starting April

USPS seeks a temporary 8% charge on Priority Mail and other products to offset transportation costs

ABC7 New York2026.03.26Updated 20d ago

USPS filed notice on Wednesday with the Postal Regulatory Commission seeking the price increase, which would take effect on April 26 and remain in place until Jan. 17, 2027, pending final approval.

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The U.S. Postal Service has filed a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission for an 8% temporary rate increase on Priority Mail and other products. The increase would begin April 26 and last until January 17, 2027, subject to final approval. USPS cited rising transportation costs as the primary reason for the adjustment.

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