USPS changed postmark rules; why your mail could be late now

What is new at the post office in 2026? Here's what to know about Postal Service changes in postmark process, postage stamps ...
AARP

How USPS Postmark Change Could Affect Mail Deadlines

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) implemented new procedures for dating mail on Dec. 24, postmarking letters and packages with ...

Postmark change could impact getting ballots, bills in on time

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

USPS updated its postmark rules. Here's what that means for your mail

Many users posted the claim along with a screenshot of a BlueSky user who wrote, "USPS quietly changed its postmark rules — ...
The Financial Express

USPS changes postmark rules: Here’s why your mailed ballots, bills can arrive late in 2026

A USPS postmark is used to indicate the date when mail was dropped in a mailbox or submitted at the post office counter. Now, ...

How New US Postal Service Update Could Impact Mail-In Voting

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

When are 2025 USPS mail-delivery changes in April near me? Why to expect post office delays

The United States Postal Service has been losing money since 2007 and is expected to lose billions again in 2025. USPS plans to cut costs by slowing down some mail delivery services and offering ...
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

The USPS is making some delivery changes. What will that mean for mail in Wisconsin?

As part of President Donald Trump's efforts to increase government efficiency, the U.S. Postal Service implemented service changes this week that could slow down mail delivery for some customers. The ...