USPS: Franked Mail pre-election ban in effect

The “blackout” period for Franked Mail mass mailings takes effect Wednesday, Aug. 8. Franked Mail is official correspondence sent by members of Congress and other authorized users. These mailpieces have the member’s facsimile signature — the frank — in the upper right corner of the envelope or label instead of a postage stamp. The frank…

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USPS: Employees asked to watch for Franked Mail

The Postal Service is reminding employees about Franked Mail, which is official correspondence sent by members of Congress and other authorized users. Franked Mail is identified by the member’s facsimile signature — the frank — in the upper right corner of the envelope or label in place of a postage stamp. The frank includes “M.C.”…

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