Postal Regulatory Commission Updates Rules on Postal Service Reporting and Measurement Changes

The Postal Regulatory Commission finalized rules updating how the Postal Service reports performance data and measures delivery times. The changes require the Postal Service to get the Commission’s approval before implementing changes to its internal service performance measurement systems. The Postal Service must also provide more detail on how it sets performance targets so the Commission can verify they are reasonable.

Why it matters: This rule tightens oversight of how the Postal Service measures its own performance. It prevents the Postal Service from unilaterally changing the methods used to calculate delivery times without Commission review, ensuring that reported data remains accurate and comparable over time. The requirement to justify performance targets adds a layer of accountability for the goals the Postal Service sets for itself. The seven-day notice for delivery range changes is a practical adjustment to reporting schedules. This is primarily an administrative update to oversight procedures.

Who it affects

• The Postal Service, which must seek prior approval for measurement system changes and provide additional data on performance targets.

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This rule was issued by the Postal Regulatory Commission in the Federal Register. Readers should consult the official document for the complete text of the amended regulations and any specific implementation details.

Agency: Postal Regulatory Commission
Source: Federal Register — read the official document