# USPS Seeks FY2028 Appropriations

The U.S. Postal Service says it delivered mail-in ballots on time during the 2026 midterms, while postal unions are urging USPS to permanently withdraw its rule implementing restrictions tied to a March executive order. A Supreme Court ruling leaves the issue potentially open for 2028. Separately, USPS is seeking $2.01 billion in congressional appropriations for FY2028 after reporting a $6.5 billion net loss in FY2026 and facing a cash crisis. The signal identifies no specific solicitation or contract award.

- USPS funding decisions could affect agency operations and service levels, making the FY2028 appropriations request relevant to contractors whose work depends on postal services or USPS operations.
- Companies supporting USPS should account for funding and policy uncertainty in operational and procurement planning; the signal does not identify a current bid opportunity.
- The dispute over the rule may affect postal operations around future elections, but the source does not specify a decision date or procurement requirement.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Transportation
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Policy
**Published:** November 10, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Postal Service (USPS)
- U.S. Congress (Congress)
- Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS)

### Key Quotes
> We require congressional attention and action. We require action fast.
> — David Steiner, Postmaster General

> Our actions alone cannot resolve the challenges brought on by an outdated business model.
> — Luke Grossman, Chief Financial Officer

### Sources
- [USPS ‘got the job done’ delivering ballots, as postal unions push to permanently block mail-in voting EO restrictions - Government Executive](https://www.govexec.com/management/2026/11/usps-delivering-ballots-postal-unions-block-mail-voting-eo-restrictions/417158) - Government Executive