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USPS Delays Mail in Vermont Amid Transportation Strategy Changes

1/27/2026

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The U.S. Postal Service has slowed mail delivery in Vermont after implementing the Regional Transportation Optimization strategy, with first-class mail taking up to five days.
The strategy eliminates evening mail pickups, contributing to delays and inconsistent delivery.
Steve Hutkins of Save the Post Office argues the changes lack transparency and could affect mail-in ballots.
The future direction under Postmaster General David Steiner remains uncertain, with concerns about service quality persisting.

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Story summary

The U.S. Postal Service has slowed mail delivery in Vermont after implementing the Regional Transportation Optimization strategy, with first-class mail taking up to five days.
The strategy eliminates evening mail pickups, contributing to delays and inconsistent delivery.
Steve Hutkins of Save the Post Office argues the changes lack transparency and could affect mail-in ballots.
The future direction under Postmaster General David Steiner remains uncertain, with concerns about service quality persisting.