USPS and NRLCA Reach Tentative Agreement Covering 130,000 Employees
New 36-month contract supports workforce stability and Delivering for America goals
The U.S. Postal Service and the National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association (NRLCA) have reached a tentative negotiated agreement that, once ratified, will cover approximately 130,000 rural letter carriers across the nation.
The proposed 36-month contract will remain in effect through May 20, 2027, pending a ratification vote by NRLCA union members, a process that will take several weeks.
Acting Postmaster General Doug Tulino emphasized the significance of the agreement:
“This agreement is economically responsible, fair to our employees and serves the best interest of our customers. The agreement aligns with the Delivering for America 10-year plan’s intent to provide reliable, value-driven mail and package delivery service to all Americans in fulfillment of our universal service obligation.”
Supporting the Postal Workforce
The NRLCA represents a critical part of the USPS workforce, ensuring that rural communities across the country continue to receive essential mail and package services.
This tentative agreement marks a step forward in strengthening the Postal Service’s workforce stability while reinforcing its mission of universal service for all Americans.
