The Commission is an independent agency that has exercised regulatory oversight over the Postal Service since its creation by the Postal Reorganization Act of 1970. Initially, that oversight consisted primarily of conducting public, on-the-record hearings concerning proposed rate, mail classification or major service changes, and recommending decisions for action by the postal Governors. 
   
The Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act (PAEA) enacted on December 20, 2006, requires the Commission to develop and maintain regulations for a modern system of rate regulation, consult with the Postal Service on delivery service standards and performance measures, consult with the Department of State on international postal policies, prevent cross-subsidization or other anticompetitive postal practices, promote transparency and accountability, and adjudicate complaints. 

The law also assigns new and continuing oversight responsibilities to the PRC, including annual determinations of Postal Service compliance with applicable laws, development of accounting practices and procedures for the Postal Service, review of the Universal Service requirement, and assurance of transparency through periodic reports. New enforcement tools include subpoena power, authority to direct the Postal Service to adjust rates and to take other remedial actions, and levying fines in cases of deliberate noncompliance with applicable postal laws.

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Postal Regulatory Commission

Postal Regulatory Commission's headquarters in Washington, DC, United States

This department handles legal compliance, risk management, and advisory services within the organization.

Legal Affairs

The Analysts Team at the Postal Regulatory Commission is responsible for evaluating and recommending decisions on postal rate proposals, service standards, and performance measures. They conduct in-depth economic and technical analyses, oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, ensure transparency and accountability, and provide data-driven insights to inform policies and procedures. This team collaborates to prevent anticompetitive practices, consult on international postal policies, and produce periodic reports to promote transparency and compliance within the Postal Service.

Analysts Team

The Compliance and Administration Team at the Postal Regulatory Commission ensures adherence to postal laws and regulations, develops and maintains accounting practices, oversees the transparency and accountability of the Postal Service, and manages administrative functions. This team is responsible for annual compliance determinations, periodic reporting, and enforcement actions, including levying fines and directing remedial actions in cases of noncompliance. Members include the Director of Accountability and Compliance, Secretary and Chief Administrative Officer, Human Resources Specialist, Records and Administration Specialist, and the Deputy Director of the Compliance Division.

Compliance and Administration Team

This department is responsible for overseeing compliance and regulatory activities within the organization.

Regulatory Oversight

This department focuses on advising and shaping economic and public policy initiatives to support organizational goals.

Economic and Public Policy

The Economics Team at the Postal Regulatory Commission conducts economic analysis to support regulatory decisions, evaluates the financial health and operational efficiency of the Postal Service, and reviews rate proposals to ensure compliance with applicable laws. They provide expertise on cost allocation, pricing strategies, and market competition, and produce reports to promote transparency and accountability within the postal system.

Economics Team

This department provides legal counsel and advice to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.

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