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USPS Cuts Same-Day Postmarks Amid Cost-Cutting Plan

1/9/2026

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United States Postal Service (USPS) says some mail may not receive a same-day postmark due to transportation cost-cutting under a 10-year plan to boost profitability.
This change could affect mailings like bill payments and voting ballots requiring postmark dates.
Postmarks are for internal use and not guaranteed for public mailing purposes, so customers may request manual postmarks at USPS counters or use certified or registered mail.

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Story summary

United States Postal Service (USPS) says some mail may not receive a same-day postmark due to transportation cost-cutting under a 10-year plan to boost profitability.
This change could affect mailings like bill payments and voting ballots requiring postmark dates.
Postmarks are for internal use and not guaranteed for public mailing purposes, so customers may request manual postmarks at USPS counters or use certified or registered mail.