[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 20 (Friday, February 8, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E115]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       PRESERVING 6-DAY DELIVERY

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                         HON. MICHAEL G. GRIMM

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, February 8, 2013

  Mr. GRIMM. Mr. Speaker, many Americans rely on six day mail delivery 
for essential services. Adjusting this system by even one day could 
prove to be a problematic change, especially for small businesses 
looking to advertise or engage in commerce through first-class mail.
   While I realize the United States Postal Service is facing 
tremendous financial burdens, taking away a staple of our Nation's most 
affordable delivery system is a bad business choice. I have been an 
advocate for preserving six day delivery, cosponsoring H. Res. 30 which 
expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the USPS 
should take all appropriate measures to ensure continuation of 6-day 
mail delivery service.
   Further, this course of action will result in the loss of jobs for 
the tremendously hard workers of the postal service. I have had the 
unique experience of working side by side with a Letter Carrier and 
have seen firsthand just how demanding their job can be. Given the 
economic situation and significant job losses our country is already 
facing, 5-day delivery is a step in the wrong direction.
   I will continue to work with my colleagues in Congress to ensure we 
preserve 6-day delivery and strengthen the Postal Service.

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