May 29, 2026 Key Points The U.S. Postal Service proposed new mail-in ballot rules that would require states to submit voter names, addresses and unique ballot barcodes for federal elections. The proposal would set mandatory “best practices” for federal elections including Election Mail logos, tracking barcodes and design reviews. The rule follows President Donald Trump’s … Read more
The Postal Service is ready to deliver the nation’s ballots and other Election Mail, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy told the news media last week.
Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and USPS officials held a press briefing about election preparations and mail-in ballot security measures ahead of November’s elections.
Updates to the organization’s policies, procedures and forms are also included.
Election Mail is any item mailed to or from authorized election officials that enables citizens to participate in the voting process. This includes ballots, sample ballots, voter registration cards, absentee ballot applications and polling place notifications.
Postal Service management agreed with eight recommendations and disagreed with two.
July 9, 2024 The Postal Inspection Service is the federal law enforcement agency assigned to protect the mail — including Election Mail and Ballot Mail. On its website, the agency outlines its efforts to protect the integrity of election-related mail as it moves through the postal network. These efforts include: • Designating inspectors in each USPS district … Read more
Background The 2024 election season is underway, and the Postal Service is geared up for the elections, including numerous congressional, gubernatorial, state, and local races. Thus, proper handling of Election Mail and Political Mail is critical, especially as more voters turn to the mail to participate in the electoral process. The Postal Service’s plans are … Read more
