New Postal Service Regulations Affecting Boxholders
GGD-82-74
Published: Jul 09, 1982. Publicly Released: Jul 09, 1982.
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In response to a congressional request, GAO reviewed the effectiveness and validity of the new Postal Service regulations which limit to 1 year the period for forwarding mail for boxholders.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| United States Postal Service | The Postmaster General should, in clarifying the new forwarding regulations, inform postal management that they should continue to be liberal in granting exemptions from the new forwarding regulations until the Service makes a decision on the forwarding-for-a-fee proposal. |
Closed – Implemented
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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