DOL proposes delay to fiduciary rule about retirement advice

News Release – March 1, 2017 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a proposed extension of the applicability dates of the fiduciary rule and related exemptions, including the Best Interest Contract Exemption, from April 10 to June 9, 2017. The announcement follows a presidential memorandum issued on Feb. 3, 2017, which directed…

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USPS: Employees’ children featured in safety effort

The Tucson, AZ, Post Office is using posters of employees’ children to remind them to be safe on the job. The posters are displayed at Tucson’s 12 delivery units in areas frequented by letter carriers before they begin their routes. Each durable poster features photos of children and grandchildren submitted by employees along with message:…

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NEB adopts proclamation to honor women of the APWU

Web News Article #: 23-2017 03/01/2017 – On Feb 27, 2017, The APWU National Executive Board adopted a proclamation to honor the women of the APWU throughout March, in celebration of Women’s History Month. The proclamation read: Whereas, the great contributions of American women in shaping our nation are observed in March, during Women’s History…

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USPS: Women’s History Month began March 1

Women’s History Month, an annual observance of the vital role of women in American history, began March 1. Throughout the month, the Library of Congress, the National Archives and other organizations will encourage the study and celebration of historic achievements by women. USPS employees also can learn about women postal pioneers such as Mary Goddard,…

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