Are mail carriers on strike
As of my knowledge cutoff, there have been no nationwide strikes by mail carriers in the United States. However, there have been some localized disputes and work stoppages in recent years.
In 2018, the United States Postal Service (USPS) and the American Postal Workers Union (APWU) reached a tentative agreement on a new contract, which was ratified by the union's members. The contract addressed issues such as staffing, workload, and benefits.
In 2020, the USPS and the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) also reached a tentative agreement on a new contract, which was ratified by the union's members.
That being said, there have been some localized disputes and work stoppages in recent years. For example:
- In 2020, a group of mail carriers in the San Francisco Bay Area went on strike for several days to protest working conditions and staffing levels.
- In 2019, a group of mail carriers in the Chicago area went on strike for several days to protest changes to their routes and work schedules.
- In 2018, a group of mail carriers in the New York City area went on strike for several days to protest working conditions and staffing levels.
It's worth noting that the USPS is an independent agency of the federal government, and as such, it is not subject to the same collective bargaining laws as private employers. However, the USPS is required to negotiate with its unions in good faith, and the agency has a history of working with its unions to resolve disputes.
If you're concerned about the status of mail delivery in your area, I recommend checking with your local post office or contacting your local union representative for more information.