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an independent federal agency that recommends changes in postal rates

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Five commissioners and a designated chairperson (George Omas) appointed by the President to oversee postal things, for example, classification changes and rate increases. They review requests, and act as independent judges. Click here to learn more about the PRC. The commissioners are appointed to six year terms that are confirmed by the Senate.

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An independent federal agency that makes recommendations concerning Postal Service requests for changes in postal rates and mail classifications.

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An independent federal agency, created by the Postal Reorganization Act, that makes recommendations concerning USPS requests for changes in postal rates and mail classifications. The five Commissioners are nominated by the President and approved by the Senate.

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The United States Postal Rate Commission is an independent regulatory agency created by the Postal Reorganization Act of 1970 to set the rates for different classes of mail by holding hearings on rates proposed by the United States Postal Service. It recommends rates to the Postal Service Board of Governors, which in turn may accept or reject the rates.

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