[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 149 (Wednesday, August 3, 2011)]
[Notices]
[Pages 46856-46857]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2011-19669]


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POSTAL REGULATORY COMMISSION

[Docket No. MC2011-26; Order No. 777]


Mail Classification Schedule Change

AGENCY: Postal Regulatory Commission.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Commission is noticing a recently-filed Postal Service 
request regarding classification changes to Priority Mail packaging. 
This document invites public comments on the request and addresses 
several related procedural steps.

DATES: Comments are due: August 4, 2011.

ADDRESSES: Submit comments electronically by accessing the ``Filing 
Online'' link in the banner at the top of the Commission's Web site 
(http://www.prc.gov) or by directly accessing the Commission's Filing 
Online system at https://www.prc.gov/prc-pages/filing-online/login.aspx. Commenters who cannot submit their views electronically 
should contact the person identified in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 
CONTACT section as the source for case-related information for advice 
on alternatives to electronic filing.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephen L. Sharfman, General Counsel, 
at 202-789-6820 (case-related information) or [email protected] 
(electronic filing assistance).

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On July 26, 2011, the Postal Service filed a 
notice of two classification changes pursuant to 39 CFR 3020.90 and 
3020.91 concerning Priority Mail packaging.\1\
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    \1\ Notice of Minor Classification Changes, July 26, 2011 
(Notice).
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    The first change clarifies that, for Priority Mail boxes, the size 
limitations for each type of box will be based on cube size rather than 
specific, distinct dimensions. The Postal Service states that this 
minor change in dimensions corresponds with variances in customized 
packaging provided to commercial customers and the standardized 
packaging available at retail. Id. at 1. It asserts that use of cube-
based size limitations will remove uncertainty in the marketplace 
regarding the box size limitations. Id.

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    The second change adds a range of dimensions for Priority Mail Flat 
Rate Envelopes. Id. The Postal Service explains that the range will be 
more consistent with its Flat Rate Envelope packaging options for both 
retail and commercial customers. Id.
    The Postal Service asserts that these changes will improve 
uniformity in the size limitation language in the Mail Classification 
Schedule (MCS) across all types of packaging and price categories 
within the Priority Mail product. It proposes conforming MCS language 
attached to its Notice.
    The Commission establishes Docket No. MC2011-26 for consideration 
of matters related to the proposed classification change identified in 
the Notice.
    Interested persons may submit comments on whether the Postal 
Service's request is consistent with the policies of 39 U.S.C. 3642 and 
generally with the provisions of title 39. Comments are due no later 
than August 4, 2011. The Postal Service's Notice can be accessed via 
the Commission's Web site (http://www.prc.gov).
    The Commission appoints James F. Callow to serve as Public 
Representative in the captioned proceeding.
    It is ordered:
    1. The Commission establishes Docket No. MC2011-26 for 
consideration of matters raised by the Postal Service's Notice.
    2. Comments by interested persons are due no later than August 4, 
2011.
    3. Pursuant to 39 U.S.C. 505, James F. Callow is appointed to serve 
as the officer of the Commission (Public Representative) to represent 
the interests of the general public in this proceeding.
    4. The Secretary shall arrange for publication of this order in the 
Federal Register.

    By the Commission.
Shoshana M. Grove,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2011-19669 Filed 8-2-11; 8:45 am]
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