NAPS Chat

Bob Levi
  • 5,0 (12)
  • POLÍTICA
  • MENSAL
NAPS Chat

NAPS Chat is a weekly podcast intended to inform NAPS members and others interested in the U.S. Postal Service about the latest legislative and political goings-on within our nation’s capital. Hosted by NAPS Director of Legislative and Political Affairs Bob Levi.

  1. 13 DE DEZ.

    Episode 218 December 13, 2024 -- "The USPS Under Review"

    Recorded at the National Press Club, Federal News Network Reporter Jory Heckman and Bob Levi review the Postmaster General's recent interaction with the House and Senate at recent congressional hearings, as well as the Postal Regulatory Commission's ongoing assessment of the Delivering for America plan. Jory and Bob also discuss how Trump Administration and changes in Congress may impact the Postal Service. In addition, they talk about the just-uncovered unmet contract goals for the deployment of electric USPS delivery vehicles.

    29min

  2. 15 DE NOV.

    Episode 217 November 15, 2024 - "The Inaugural Postal Health Benefits Program Open Season"

    Last month on NAPS Chat, USPS' Karla Kirby talked about the Postal Service Health Benefits Program (PSHBP) and what to expect. Karla referenced the USPS' partnership with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in implementing the new health program. On this episode, OPM Manager of Outreach and Program Services Jay Fritz joins Bob to discuss the just commenced PSHBP open season, program changes, premiums, benefits and the available tools to make health plan decisions.

    30min

  3. 31 DE OUT.

    Episode 216 October 30, 2024 -- "Election 2024"

    National Association of Postal Supervisors Executive Vice President Chuck Mulidore joins Bob to discuss the NAPS activities surrounding the consequential 2024 general elections.  Chuck and Bob talk about the historic investment the Supervisors Political Action Committee (SPAC) has made for this election cycle, as well as the impact postal supervisors, postal managers and postmasters will have in setting the legislative agenda for 2025 on postal issues.

    29min

  4. 16 DE OUT.

    Episode 215 October 16, 2024 -- "Welcoming the New USPS Health Benefits Program"

    Karla Kirby, executive director of the new Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) program, joins Bob to discuss the inaugural "open season" of the program for postal employees and annuitants. Karla and Bob talk about the differing roles the USPS and the Office of Personnel Management have played, will continue to play in the implementation of the PSHB program, and what participants should anticipate.

    25min

  5. 16 DE OUT.

    Episode 214 September 27 2024 -- "Voting by Mail: An American Tradition"

    Carrie Villar, director of curatorial affairs at the National Postal Museum joins Bob to discuss America's tradition of using the U.S. Postal Service to accept, transport and deliver election ballots. The is a history dating back to the Civil War. Coincidentally, on September 27, Postmaster General DeJoy testified before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government, in part, to assure American voters that they should be confident in the Postal Service's vote by mail efforts. The subcommittee is chaired by Rep. David Joyce (R-OH).

    23min

  6. 6 DE SET.

    Episode 213 September 9, 2024 -- "Repealing GPO/WEP: Ending Pension Discrimination for Postal and Federal Retirees"

    Rep. Garrett Graves joins Bob to discuss his effort to force a House vote on H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act. Rep. Graves talks about his bipartisan work with Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) to finally address the unfair Social Security treatment suffered by millions of Americans who either worked for federal, state and  local governments, or are their dependents. Rep. Graves commended NAPS for prioritizing this issue and for waging a multi-pronged legislative campaign to secure the signatures of at least 218 members of the House to sign a discharge petition to bring H.R. 82 to a floor vote. You can join this campaign by linking to the campaign here. Bob also briefly talks about a Postal Service-hosted technical conference on the Delivering for America plan, which is a prerequisite for its request for an Postal Regulatory Commission Advisory Opinion on the plan.

    24min

  7. 19 DE AGO.

    Episode 212 August 19, 2024 - "Chatting With PRC Commissioner Ashley Poling at NAPS Convention"

    Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) member Ashley Poling joins Bob at the NAPS' 69th Biennial National Convention to discuss how the PRC is casting much-needed illumination on the impact recent operational changes implemented by the Postal Service is having on the nation and on postal-reliant American citizens. In addition, Ashley and Bob talk about pending congressional legislation to provide the PRC with greater authority to ensure that the American public and the mailing community receive the mail service they expect and deserve.

    24min

  8. 26 DE JUL.

    Episode 211 July 26, 2024 -- "Legislative Postal Snowball in the Summer"

    As Congress approached its summer recess, congressional and regulatory concern over the Postal Service executive leadership's "Delivering for America" juggernaut grew. NAPS Legislative & Political Director Bob Levi discusses legislation and Senate confirmation hearings reflecting this reality and this gives voice to the American public's concerns. In addition, President Biden nominated two members to the USPS Board of Governors, one new and one who termed-out last year. Finally, the Supreme Court issued two decisions this past court term that may have implications for the Postal Service.

    16min
Ver tudo (170)

Classificações e avaliações

5
de 5
12 avaliações

Sobre

NAPS Chat is a weekly podcast intended to inform NAPS members and others interested in the U.S. Postal Service about the latest legislative and political goings-on within our nation’s capital. Hosted by NAPS Director of Legislative and Political Affairs Bob Levi.

Informações

  • Criado por
    Bob Levi
  • Anos de atividade
    2019 - 2024
  • Episódios
    170
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © Bob Levi
  • Site do podcast
    NAPS Chat

Você também pode gostar de

Para ouvir episódios explícitos, inicie sessão.

Fique por dentro deste podcast

Inicie sessão ou crie uma conta para seguir podcasts, salvar episódios e receber as atualizações mais recentes.
Selecionar um país ou região

África, Oriente Médio e Índia

Ásia‑Pacífico

Europa

América Latina e Caribe

Estados Unidos e Canadá