[Blindtlk] sending things Free Matter

[Marion & Martin]

It is a standard USPS publication disseminated by them. The branch should 
have a copy. I found it on the USPS web site. Sorry, I don't have the link 
saved.

Marion


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David R. Stayer" <davidandloristayer at verizon.net>
To: "NFBnet Blind Talk Mailing List" <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2007 6:01 PM
Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] sending things Free Matter


> 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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>>>
>>>
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> This is absolutely correct.  I am surprised that your postal officials
> have no idea of what the law is.
>
> -- 
> Each day is a precious gift.
> David R. Stayer, LCSW
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