National Association of Postal Supervisors

Building the Bench, By Bobby Bock, NAPS Southeast Area Vice President ➡️ What are we doing to build a bench? That question applies not only to the Postal Service, but also to NAPS. Developing the next generation of leaders is not optional — it is essential.

With over 36 years in management, I have made it a priority to create opportunities for employees seeking upward mobility. Sometimes, the most effective actions are the simplest.

Read more here: https://naps.org/post/Building-the-Bench

Authoring a Vision and Strategic Plan for NAPS, By Richard Green, NAPS Eastern Region Vice President ➡️ The future of NAPS is bright, but it is not without challenges. To continue gr💡owing and remaining relevant, we must do more than just manage the present — we must actively shape the future. To thrive, NAPS must continue advocating fiercely for our members while simultaneously evolving to meet their changing needs.

We must become proactive catalysts of change, helping to transform the Postal Service into the ideal organization we know it can be. Simultaneously, we must prepare our members to lead both in this new workplace and in NAPS itself.

Read more here: https://naps.org/post/Authoring-a-Vision-and-Strategic-Plan-for-NAPS

Public Service: Impacting Everyone, Every Day, Everywhere, By Bob Levi, NAPS Director of Legislative & Political Affairs ➡️ Ever since I came to Capitol Hill in 1983, the persistent postal refrain has been the Postal Services is self-sufficient — not reliant on tax dollars. This self-perpetuating myth "mostly" is true. However, it was never "absolutely" true.

The legislative history and text of the Postal Reorganization Act of 1970 proves this. Accepting, processing and delivering mail for everyone, everywhere, every day, requires more resources than postage stamps alone can provide. This is the reason a "public service appropriation" is embedded in postal law — 39 USC 2401(b) — that was enacted 56 years ago.

Read more here: https://naps.org/post/Public-Service-Impacting-Everyone-Every-Day-Everywhere

🎙 Former House Majority Leader and current ranking member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government Steny Hoyer (D-MD), joins Bob Levi on NAPS Chat to reflect on the current state of Congress, his work to ensure the Postal Service delivers high-quality universal mail service, and a possible path for the future.

📬 The House Appropriations subcommittee on which Rep. Hoyer serves has jurisdiction over postal affairs. Rep. Hoyer will be retiring from the House of Representatives at the end of the year. Throughout his legislative career, Rep. Hoyer has championed the interests of active and retired employees of the USPS and the federal government.

🎧 Listen at naps.org/NAPS-Chat or search for "NAPS Chat" on Spotify, iTunes, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts.

On June 9, NAPS President Ivan Butts participated in a postal stakeholder roundtable conducted by the Congressional Postal Service Caucus, co-chaired by Reps. Nikki Budzinski (D-IL) and Jack Bergman (R-MI). Postal financial solvency and performance were discussed. In addition, President Butts shared with the caucus a legislative framework developed by NAPS to safeguard and help finance the Postal Service's universal service obligation.

Grassroots Engagement Is Paramount, By Jimmy Warden, NAPS Secretary/Treasurer ➡️ In my past columns, I have written about NAPS branches' financial duties and responsibilities. I have strongly recommended that a branch treasurer check their local and state tax laws as they differ from state to state.

The IRS has changed reporting requirements for federal tax returns pertaining to Form 1099 from income of $600 or more to $2,000 or more. This change is in effect for 2026. If you are filing a Form 1099 for your 2025 taxes, you still are required to report income of $600 or more.

Read more here: https://naps.org/post/Grassroots-Engagement-Is-Paramount-June-2026

The USPS held its California 1 Career Conference on May 17, 2026, at the Embassy Suites Waterfront in Burlingame, CA.

This event brought together employees from across the District Area and Headquarters with the purpose in mind to commit to growth and advancement.

This year's theme was "Own Your Path to Success."

📸 Pictured from left to right ➡️ Regina Black, President San Jose Branch 94; Sally Simpao, NAPSCalifornia State Treasurer; Debbie Johnson, Vice President, San FranciscoBranch 88

NAPS Membership Has Its Benefits, By Chuck Mulidore, NAPS Executive Vice President ➡️ One of the many great benefits of your NAPS membership is the NAPS Disciplinary Defense Fund (DDF) that represents working members, as well as retired members who were in good standing at the time of their retirement. This is found in Article 9 of the Bylaws portion of the NAPS Constitution & Bylaws:

"Section 1. NAPS is committed to representing its membership in all areas, including adverse action. The Disciplinary Defense Fund (DDF) was established by the membership, for the membership, to provide representation for NAPS members in appealing adverse actions, RIFs and debt collection actions taken against them."

Read more here: https://naps.org/post/NAPS-Membership-Has-Its-Benefits

Dignity and Respect Are More Than Just 'Words' By Ivan D. Butts, NAPS National President ➡️ When USPS employees witness supervisors being openly harassed or demoralized by higher-level management, the impact can be especially significant given the structured, hierarchical nature of the Postal Service. First, this disrespect undermines the chain of command. USPS operations rely heavily on clear authority and accountability. Read more here: https://naps.org/post/Dignity-and-Respect-Are-More-Than-Just-Words

📬 The June issue of magazine is now available on the NAPS website.

📖 Read it here:https://naps.org/files/galleries/The_Postal_Supervisor_06_June_2026.pdf