Society ❯ Public Policy

Government Services

Impact on Citizens Impact of Shutdown Social Impact Federal Employment Public Safety Efficiency Social Welfare Veterans Support Social Benefits Federal Workers International Aid Veterans Administration Federal Workforce Economic Well-being Political Accountability Community Relations Funding Programs DMV Operations Financial Resilience Taxpayer Rights Administrative Services Passport Application Process Public Administration Passport Regulations Postal Services Healthcare Food Assistance Programs Agency Operations Social Security Health Care Access Citizen Engagement SNAP Funding Federal Statistics Federal Employees Civic Engagement Consumer Rights Employment in Government Community Impact Taxpayer Impact Workplace Policies

USPS Freezes Stamp Price Through Mid-2026, Adds Temporary Holiday Package Surcharges

The pricing shift is framed as part of the Postal Service’s Delivering for America plan to balance affordability with peak-season operating costs.