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National Postal Mail Handlers Union A Division of LIUNA (AFL-CIO)

Media Center / Mail Handler Update

November 2026

Postal service employees, retirees and second term appointment MHAs can count on MHBP

Your union-sponsored health plans

For 2027, MHBP is making several changes to its plan offerings. The Consumer Option will no longer be available in the PSHB Program. MHBP is also adjusting premiums and certain member cost-sharing requirements for both the Standard Option and the Value Plan.

Why is MHBP doing this?

After extensive review of its financial position, MHBP determined that the Consumer Option in the PSHB program were no longer financially sustainable. For the Standard Option and the Value Plan, MHBP determined that adjustments to the premiums and certain member cost-sharing are necessary to ensure their long-term financial stability.

What is MHBP doing now?

MHBP is focusing on the Standard Option and the Value Plan in the PSHB program and is making changes for 2027 to strengthen those plans to ensure that they continue providing comprehensive coverage and valuable services in the years ahead.

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