A new rule published by the United States Postal Service is encouraging people to get important mail sent out early.

Here's what to know about 2026 Postal Service changes in postmark process, postage stamps and USPS shipping rates ...

The rule, which went into effect on Christmas Eve, defines the meaning of a postmark, the date printed or stamped on most ...

According to the USPS, the changes will take effect on Jan. 18, 2026. Priority Mail Service prices will increase by around ...

The U.S. Postal Service is warning its customers in Oregon and across the nation that their mail may no longer be postmarked ...

If you rely on postmarks when casting your ballot, filing your taxes or paying bills, a new US Postal Service rule makes it clear that you should plan ahead.

Changes to how the U.S. mail is stamped are quietly rewriting the rules for anyone who relies on a postmark to prove they met ...

A four-ounce package sent via USPS Ground Advantage will rise 21% from $4.20 to $5.09 starting January 18, 2026, part of ...

For decades, a USPS postmark has served as official evidence that mail was sent on time. In elections, many state laws treat ...

If you’re mailing something with a firm deadline, the U.S. Postal Service has a change you’ll want to know about — and it could mean the difference between ...

If you mail in your ballot during election season or send your taxes through USPS, this postmark change may apply to you.

The U.S. Postal Service's new postmark process could lead to late fees and penalties when mailing time-sensitive documents.