[Blindtlk] sending things Free Matter

[David R. Stayer]

Julie J. wrote:
> Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
>
> Where can I find a copy of this publication?  I need to take it in and show 
> the people at the post office, so they and I can be on the same page. 
> *smile*
>
> Thanks much!
> Julie
> http://www.livingblind.com/eml
> Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and 
> those who matter don't mind.
>
> Dr. Seuss
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Marion & Martin" <swampfox1833 at verizon.net>
> To: "NFBnet Blind Talk Mailing List" <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2007 4:28 PM
> Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] sending things Free Matter
>
>
>   
>> Julie,
>>    According to USPS Publication 347
>>
>> "Q: Which matter may I mail free of postage?
>> A: Under the conditions specified below, the following matter is eligible:
>> 1. Reading matter in Braille or 14- point or larger sightsaving type and
>> musical scores.
>> 2. Paper, records, tapes, and other matter for the production of reading
>> matter, musical scores, or sound reproductions for eligible persons.
>> 3. Equipment and parts for equipment, such as Braille writers, used for
>> writing by eligible persons or for educational purposes.
>> 4. Sound playback equipment specially designed or adapted for the use of
>> visually handicapped persons.
>> 5. Equipment or parts for
>> equipment specifically designed or adapted
>> for use by visually handicapped persons, such as Braille watches, white
>> canes, and similar equipment.
>> Q: Are there restrictions on this matter?
>> A: The matter may not contain any advertising. Musical or other sound
>> recordings not specifically
>> designed for use by visually handicapped persons are not
>> eligible for free mailing. Matter having a required
>> charge, rental, subscription, or other fee - unless the fee
>> does not exceed the cost of the item - is not eligible for
>> free mailing.
>> Empty shipping materials for mailing eligible matter may not be sent free
>> and must bear the full applicable postage.
>> The mail is subject to inspection by the Postal
>> Service.
>>
>> So, it seems that canes and harnesses, as well as other gear are eligible 
>> as
>> free matter.
>>
>> Marion
>>
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "Julie J." <jlcrane at alltel.net>
>> To: "NFBnet Blind Talk Mailing List" <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
>> Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2007 3:47 PM
>> Subject: [Blindtlk] sending things Free Matter
>>
>>
>> Hello peoples!
>>
>> I'm wondering if anyone can clear up a question I and the post office 
>> folks
>> have.
>>
>> I have always been told by other blind people, rehab personnel and others
>> that anything specifically for the use of a blind person can be sent Free
>> Matter.  I'm specifically thinking of white canes, guide dog harnesses 
>> etc.
>>
>> According to the local post office personnel only reading, writing and
>> recording materials can be sent Free Matter, including Braille, cassettes,
>> records, sound recording or playback devices etc.
>>
>> So help me out here, which is it and where can I see the official ruling 
>> in
>> writing?
>>
>> All help is greatly appreciated.
>> Julie
>> Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter 
>> and
>> those who matter don't mind.
>>
>> Dr. Seuss
>>
>>
>>
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This is absolutely correct.  I am surprised that your postal officials 
have no idea of what the law is.

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Each day is a precious gift.
David R. Stayer, LCSW