The U.S. Postal Service has officially notched another labor contract, this time with the National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association.
On Monday, the union announced that members had ratified a collective bargaining agreement that will last through May 20, 2027.
In total, 67% of NRLCA postal workers voted to approve the contract with a final tally of 9,730 to 4,880.
Acting Postmaster General Doug Tulino praised the ratification, highlighting annual general wage increases, semi-annual cost-of-living adjustments and new efforts to retain rural carrier associates.
“This agreement is economically responsible, fair to our employees and serves the best interest of our customers,” he said in a statement. “The agreement aligns with the Postal Service mission to provide reliable, value-driven mail and package delivery service to all Americans in fulfillment of our universal service obligation.”
