USPS Postmark Rule Changes May Impact Mail Deadlines and Voting

The USPS finalized new rules on postmarking, which could delay mail-in ballots, especially in rural areas, potentially impacting election results. The changes stem from cost-cutting measures that eliminate evening pickups in rural regions, risking ballots arriving too late for counting, with some states already reducing grace periods for late ballots. This reform affects a majority of U.S. zip codes and raises concerns about voting access and election integrity.