engaging in political activity

USPS employees must follow the Hatch Act’s guidelines

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October 7, 2025 The Postal Service is reminding employees about the Hatch Act, a law that aims to ensure the federal workforce is free from partisan political influence or coercion. The law restricts federal workers — including USPS employees — from engaging in certain political activities. For example, employees cannot do any of the following … Read more

USPS: Hatch Act rules apply to teleworking

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USPS wants employees to know that the Hatch Act’s rules on politicking in the workplace also apply when working from home. The Hatch Act is a law that prohibits Postal Service and other federal employees from engaging in political activity while on duty. Under the Hatch Act, employees are “on duty” when they are in … Read more