A Case Study of Why Some Postal Rate Commission Decisions Took as Long as They Did.

Abstract

The congressional expectation that the Postal Rate Commission and the Postal Service would work in harmony has not been realized. The harmonious relationship the Congress envisioned will most likely not be realized if jurisdictional disputes continue. Under the trial-like procedures for ratemaking and classification prescribed by the Commission under the Administrative Procedure Act and the Postal Reorganizational Act, the time required to render an initial recommended decision can be lengthy, particularly in complex and controversial cases. Given the number of participants and the sheer volume of data which must be provided, even the simplest proposal can become a complex and lengthy case. It may be time for the Congress to again consider revising the system if it desires a more timely and harmonious ratemaking process. (Author)

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 08, 1981
Accession Number
ADA108458

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