[MonadnockChapter] regulations on mailing free matter for the blind

[Jody ianuzzi]

Hello Marie,

Thank you for this information. Is there a regulation number so that we could mention it to the postmaster‘s if we have problems?

There is so much misunderstanding on the subject! I know a woman that was denied free matter privileges because her neighbor saw her go out to the mailbox and she reported to the postmaster that she wasn’t really blind because she was able to find the mailbox. Based on that the postmaster denied her privileges.  I have received white cans and many other materials using free matter.  It is upsetting how ignorant some postal workers are on the subject.

JODY

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> On Dec 18, 2022, at 4:31 PM, Marie via MonadnockChapter <monadnockchapter at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> 
> Hello everyone,
> Here is the link to the article on free matter. Please read it all the way to the end carefully and it will answer all your q’s. If need be, make sure to call the following for assistance.
> Q: Where can I get help if problems occur while using the procedures for mailing free matter for the blind and visually impaired?
> A: Most problems can be resolved at your local Post Office. You may make inquiries or express concerns by telephone, letter, or in person. If a problem
> cannot be resolved satisfactorily at your local Post Office, you may call our Customer Care Center toll-free number at 1-800-ASK-USPS (1-800-275-8777).
>  
> Now the link to read all about it is;
> https://about.usps.com/publications/pub347/pub347_v03_revision_102015.htm
>  
> From personal experiences, most packages aside from braille letters, large print or any paper items need to be sealed and should not cause a problem
>  
> Please shout out to me if you would like further ingfo.
>  
> Best
> Marie
> 
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