The USPS announced last year that they were working on a plan to reduce the postal service delivery days to five, instead of the six we have now. Since then there has been vibrant debate on both sides of the issue. Some saying that the cost savings are a necessary step to reducing the multi-billion dollar losses each year. Others believe the measure goes too far and will ultimately hurt the USPS by reducing dependency on the mail service.

Regardless of where you stand on the issue it looks like you have at least six months to mull it over. Nothing happens quickly in Washington and the Postal Regulatory Commission is no exception. They have just announced a six month review period to discuss the effects of the proposal. In that time they will conduct town hall meetings in several major cities, hold hearings with Congress and review with major stakeholders.

What do you think about the issue? Will it affect the direct mail industry? Sound off below!