Federal Register: PROPOSED RULES Domestic Mail Manual: [39 CFR Part 111]

POSTAL SERVICE

CFR Citation: 39 CFR Part 111

NOTICE: PROPOSED RULES

ACTION: Domestic Mail Manual:

DOCUMENT ACTION: Proposed rule.

SUBJECT CATEGORY: Revised Format for Pressure-Sensitive Presort Destination Package Labels

DATES: Submit comments on or before September 17, 2003.

DOCUMENT SUMMARY: This proposed rule contains minor changes to the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM) that would implement the use of redesigned pressure sensitive package labels. The redesigned labels, similar to the current labels that mailers affix to the top mailpiece in packages of mailpieces (bundles of individual mailpieces secured together) instead of using optional endorsement lines (OELs), would continue to indicate the presort level of all the pieces banded into individual presort destination packages.

SUMMARY: Pressure-sensitive package lables redesign,

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

In recent years, numerous automated advances in mail processing developed by the Postal Service have led to faster, more efficient methods of sorting individual lettersize and flatsize pieces. A new system, to be designated as the Automated Package Processing System (APPS), would extend similar benefits of automated processing to small, lightweight parcels and to lettersize pieces and flatsize pieces such as magazine and catalogs prepared in packages (several mailpieces presorted and secured together into a single unit). The APPS equipment represents the next generation of the Small Parcel and Bundle Sorter (SPBS) currently used by the Postal Service.

Barcoded pressuresensitive package labels would be one method to support the use of the APPS, which the Postal Service plans to deploy beginning in 2004 in major processing and distribution centers to improve operational efficiency and increase workhour productivity. The use of these new labels would have no significant effect, however, on mail preparation standards and processes or on current mailer operations, especially mailer operations using optional endorsement lines (OELs) for designating the presort level of packages containing lettersize pieces or flatsize pieces. This proposed change would not replace OELs. In fact, mailers currently using OELs should continue using these costefficient information lines rather than converting to the use of pressuresensitive package labels.

Automated Package Processing

With its large processing capacity, the APPS will replace current laborintensive methods with more efficient automated methods that improve the sortation of parcels, Priority Mail envelopes, and presort destination packages of lettersize and flatsize mailpieces. The APPS contains several advanced features, including an integrated optical character/barcode reader with foursided image capture. With this feature, the APPS can read and interpret information from properly prepared parcels and presort destination packages and automatically direct the parcels and presort packages to the appropriate bins.

Applying a pressuresensitive package label to the top mailpiece in a presort package of banded mailpieces is one method that mailers use to indicate the sortation level for certain lettersize mail, flatsize mail, and small parcels that are required to be packaged before being placed into a tray or sack or placed onto a pallet. The proposed design changes to these presort labels would ensure that presort packages could be scanned and sorted automatically on the APPS.

Label Format Changes

The proposed changes affect the five pressuresensitive package labels that mailers currently use. The size of the proposed rectangular labels would measure 3/4 inch wide by 1/2 inch high. Current scalloped shaped pressuresensitive package labels measure 7/8 inch wide and 1/2 inch high. A widthmodulated barcode would appear on the right side of each label as a unique indicator of the sortation level. The bars of the barcode are 0.02 inch wide and 0.50 inch high. The rightmost bar ends 0.04 inch from the right edge of the label. Each new label would also contain a humanreadable single alpha or numeric character to the left of the barcode, corresponding to the sortation level of the package as shown in the following table.
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Package LabelsSortation Characters and Colors Approximate pantone Sortation level Label color equivalent Presort character Firm (Periodicals use only). Blue...................... PMS 306................... F 5digit..................... Red....................... PMS 811................... 5 3digit..................... Green..................... PMS 373................... 3 ADC......................... Pink...................... PMS 224................... A Mixed ADC................... Tan....................... PMS 727................... X

The new label design would allow the APPS equipment to find and read the necessary information much more quickly, and the redundant information appearing on the redesigned labels would ensure a higher read rate and lower false positive rate as well as accommodate incidental label damage. The label could be placed anywhere on the address side of the package or the parcel for proper recognition, provided that opaque banding or strapping is not placed over the labels.

The proposed pressuresensitive package labels would be the same color as the current labels. Besides the label shape, slightly smaller label size, and barcode, the only other changes would be the following: [sbull] The alpha character ``D'' that appears on the current red labels for the 5digit sortation level would be replaced with the numeric ``5.''
[sbull] The alpha characters ``MXD'' that appear on the current tan labels for the mixed ADC sortation level would be replaced with the single alpha character ``X.''

Label Availability and Use

The scheduled availability of the new pressuresensitive package labels from the Postal Service (through existing procurement and supply sources) would be in late September 2003. Mailers would be permitted to begin using the new package labels as soon as they become available from their local post office. Effective January 1, 2004, however, mailers not using OELs would be required to use only the barcoded pressuresensitive package labels rather than the nonbarcoded labels. Editorial and Organizational Changes

This proposed rule also includes minor editorial revisions that clarify and standardize the text of mailing standards related to package preparation as follows:
[sbull] Unit M031. Clarification of label format used for the destination line (Line 1) for overseas military mail is made to the section on tray and sack labels and the section on pallet labels. Other sections throughout module M in the DMM for nonautomation mail now reference this section on overseas military mail.
[sbull] Unit M032. Clarification of label format used for the destination line (Line 1) for overseas military mail is made to the section on barcoded tray and sack labels. Other sections throughout module M in the DMM for automation rate mail now reference this section on overseas military mail. For the content identifier for presorted Standard Mail machinable and irregular parcels (content identifier number 603), the humanreadable content line ``STD MACH & IRREG 5D'' is changed to ``STD MACHIRREG 5D.''
[sbull] Section M073.1.6. Presentation of sacking and labeling requirements for combined mailings of Standard Mail and Package Services parcels is standardized for simplicity and editorial consistency. Line 2 (content line) label information is now incorporated with requirements for preparation sequence, minimum sack size, and Line 1 labeling.
[sbull] Unit M130. Presentation of packaging, traying, sacking, and labeling requirements for Presorted FirstClass Mail is standardized for simplicity and editorial consistency. Packaging requirements and exceptions to those requirements are also clarified.
[sbull] Part M210.2.0. Presentation of packaging and labeling requirements for presorted Periodicals mail is standardized for editorial consistency.
[sbull] Unit M610. Packaging requirements for presorted Standard Mail are clarified, and the mailing standards for flatsize pieces and irregular parcels are separated. Additional organizational changes are made for editorial consistency.
[sbull] Unit M722. Presentation of packaging, sacking, and labeling requirements for Bound Printed Matter is standardized throughout this unit.
[sbull] Unit M730. Presentation of packaging and labeling requirements for Media Mail is standardized for editorial consistency. [sbull] Unit MM740. Presentation of packaging and labeling requirements for Library Mail is standardized for editorial consistency.

Although exempt from the notice and comment requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act [5 U.S.C. of 553(b), (c)] regarding proposed rulemaking by 39 U.S.C. 410(a), the Postal Service invites public comment on the following proposed revisions to the Domestic Mail Manual, incorporated in the Code of Federal Regulations. See 39 CFR 111.1.
List of Subjects in 39 CFR Part 111

Postal Service.

PART 111[AMENDED]

1. The authority citation for 39 CFR part 111 continues to read as follows:

Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552(a); 39 U.S.C. 101, 401, 403, 404, 414, 416, 30013011, 32013219, 34033406, 3621, 3626, 5001.

2. Amend the following sections of the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM) as set forth below:
Domestic Mail Manual (DMM)
* * * * *
M Mail Preparation and Sortation

M000 General Preparation Standards
* * * * *
M030 Containers
M031 Labels
1.0 SACK AND TRAY LABELS
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 1.2 to read as follows:]
1.2 Line 1 (Destination Line)

[Revise 1.2 to read as follows:]

Line 1 (destination line) must meet these standards:

a. Placement. Line 1 must be the first visible line on the label. It must be completely visible and legible when placed in the label holder. This visibility is ensured if the top line is no less than 1/8 (0.125) inch below the top of the label when the label is cut and prepared.

b. Information. Line 1 must contain only the information specified by standard, including the appropriate destination facility prefix (e.g., ``ADC''). Two zeros may follow 3digit ZIP Code prefixes used as required by labeling standards.

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[Revise 4.5 to read as follows:]

Line 1 (destination line) must meet these standards:

a. Placement. Line 1 must be the first visible line on the label. It must be completely visible and legible when placed on the pallet. If the pallet label does not provide enough space for all required Line 1 information, the destination ZIP Code may be placed rightjustified on the line immediately below the rest of Line 1 and above Line 2 (content line). A standard abbreviation for the destination city name may be used.

c. Overseas Military Mail. On 5digit carrier routes and 5digit pallets for overseas military destinations, the Line 1 label information shows, from left to right, ``APO'' or ``FPO,'' followed by ``AE'' (for ZIP Codes within the ZIP Code prefix range 090098), ``AA'' (for ZIP Codes within the 3digit ZIP Code prefix 340), or ``AP'' (for ZIP Codes within the 3digit ZIP Code prefix range 962966), followed by the destination 5digit ZIP Code of the mail contained on the pallet.
[Revise heading of 4.6 to read as follows:]
4.6 Line 2 (Content Line)
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 4.7 to read as follows:]
4.7 Line 3 (Origin Line)
* * * * *
M032 Barcoded Labels
1.0 BASIC STANDARDSTRAY AND SACK LABELS
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 1.2 to read as follows:]
1.2 Line 1 (Destination Line)
* * * * *

[Revise 1.2c to read as follows:]

c. Overseas Military Mail. On carrier route, 5digit carrier routes, and 5digit sacks and trays for overseas military destinations, the Line 1 label information shows, from left to right, ``APO'' or ``FPO,'' followed by ``AE'' (for ZIP Codes within the ZIP Code prefix range 090098), ``AA'' (for ZIP Codes within the 3digit ZIP Code prefix 340), or ``AP'' (for ZIP Codes within the 3digit ZIP Code prefix range 962966), followed by the destination 5digit ZIP Code of the mail contained in the sack or tray.
[Revise heading of 1.3 to read as follows:]
1.3 Line 2 (Content Line)
* * * * *
[Change ``STD MACH & IRREG 5D'' to ``STD MACHIRREG 5D'' in Exhibit 1.3 to read as follows:]
Class and mailing CIN Humanreadable content line * * * * * * * STANDARD MAIL
* * * * * * * STD Machinable and Irregular ParcelsPresorted
5digit sacks................................ 603 STD MACHIRREG 5D * * * * * * * [Revise heading of 1.4 to read as follows:]
1.4 Line 3 (Origin Line)
* * * * *
M070 Mixed Classes
* * * * *
M073 Combined Mailings of Standard Mail and Package Services Parcels 1.0 COMBINED MACHINABLE PARCELSRATES OTHER THAN PARCEL POST OBMC PRESORT, BMC PRESORT, DSCF, AND DDU
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 1.6 to read as follows:]
1.6 Sacking and Labeling
[Revise 1.6 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, sack size, and labeling:

a. 5digit scheme (optional, but required for Standard Mail 3/5 rate eligibility); 10piece or 20pound minimum; labeling:
(1) Line 1: L606.

(2) Line 2: ``STD/PSVC MACH 5D SCH.''

b. 5digit (optional, but required for Standard Mail 3/5 rate eligibility); 10piece or 20pound minimum; labeling:
(1) Line 1: 5digit ZIP Code on parcels (see M031 for overseas military mail).

(2) Line 2: ``STD/PSVC MACH 5D.''

c. ASF (optional; allowed only for mail deposited at an ASF to claim DBMC rate); 10piece or 20pound minimum; labeling:
(1) Line 1: L602. DBMC rate eligibility determined by Exhibit E650.5.1 and Exhibit E751.1.3.

(2) Line 2: ``STD/PSVC MACH ASF.''

d. BMC (required); 10piece or 20pound minimum; labeling: (1) Line 1: L601. DBMC rate eligibility determined by Exhibit E650.5.1 and Exhibit E751.1.3.
(2) Line 2: ``STD/PSVC MACH BMC.''

e. Mixed BMC (required); no minimum; labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by L601 Column B information for BMC serving
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3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry post office.
(2) Line 2: ``STD/PSVC MACH WKG.''
* * * * *
M100 FirstClass Mail (Nonautomation)
* * * * *
M130 Presorted FirstClass Mail
* * * * *
2.0 PREPARATIONMACHINABLE LETTERSIZE PIECES
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 2.2 to read as follows:]
2.2 Traying and Labeling
[Revise 2.2 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, tray size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (optional); full trays (no overflow); labeling: (1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on mail (see M031 for overseas military mail).

(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR 5D MACH.''

b. 3digit (required); full trays (no overflow), except for one lessthanfull tray for each origin 3digit(s); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L002, Column A.

(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR 3D MACH.''

c. AADC (required); full trays (no overflow), with pieces grouped by 3digit ZIP Code prefix; labeling:
(1) Line 1: L801.

(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR AADC MACH.''

d. Mixed AADC (required); no minimum, with pieces grouped by AADC; labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by city, state, and 3digit ZIP Code prefix of facility serving 3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry office, as shown in L002, Column C.
(2) Line 2: ``FMC LTR MACH WKG.''
3.0 PREPARATIONNONMACHINABLE LETTERSIZE PIECES
[Revise heading of 3.1 to read as follows:]
3.1 Packaging and Labeling

[Revise 3.1 to read as follows:]

a. 5digit (required); 10piece minimum; red Label 5 or optional endorsement line (OEL); labeling not required for pieces in full 5 digit trays.

b. 3digit (required); 10piece minimum; green Label 3 or OEL.

c. ADC (required); 10piece minimum; pink Label A or OEL.

d. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; tan Label X or OEL. [Remove current 3.2 and redesignate current 3.3 as new 3.2; revise heading of new 3.2 to read as follows:]
3.2 Traying and Labeling
[Revise 3.2 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, tray size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (required); full trays (no overflow); labeling: (1) Line 1: city, state, and ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).

(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR 5D MANUAL.''

b. 3digit (required); full trays (no overflow), except for one lessthanfull tray for each origin 3digit(s); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L002, Column A.

(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR 3D MANUAL.''

c. ADC (required); full trays (no overflow); labeling: (1) Line 1: L004.
(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR ADC MANUAL.''

d. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by city, state, and 3digit ZIP Code prefix of facility serving 3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry post office, as shown in L002, Column C.
(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR MANUAL WKG.''
[Revise heading of 4.0 to read as follows:]
4.0 PREPARATIONFLATSIZE PIECES
[Revise heading of 4.1 to read as follows:]
4.1 Packaging and Labeling

[Revise 4.1 to read as follows:]

a. 5digit (required); 10piece minimum; red Label 5 or optional endorsement line (OEL).

b. 3digit (required); 10piece minimum; green Label 3 or OEL.

c. ADC (required); 10piece minimum; pink Label A or OEL.

d. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; tan Label X or OEL. [Remove current 4.2 and redesignate current 4.3 as new 4.2; revise heading of new 4.2 to read as follows:]
4.2 Traying and Labeling
[Revise new 4.2 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, tray size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (required); full trays (no overflow); labeling: (1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).

(2) Line 2: ``FCM FLTS 5D NON BC.''

b. 3digit (required); full trays (no overflow), except for one lessthanfull tray for each origin 3digit(s); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L002, Column A.

(2) Line 2: ``FCM FLTS 3D NON BC.''

c. ADC (required); full trays (no overflow); labeling: (1) Line 1: L004.
(2) Line 2: ``FCM FLTS ADC NON BC.''

d. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by city, state, and 3digit ZIP Code prefix of facility serving 3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry post office, as shown in L002, Column C.
(2) Line 2: ``FCM FLTS NON BC WKG.''
[Remove current 4.4.]
[Revise heading of 5.0 to read as follows:]
5.0 PREPARATIONPARCELS
[Remove 5.1 and redesignate current 5.2 as new 5.1; revise heading of new 5.1 to read as follows:]
5.1 Packaging and Labeling

[Revise new 5.1 to read as follows:]

Packaging is generally required before sacking. A package must be prepared when the quantity of addressed pieces for a required presort level reaches a minimum of 10 pieces. Smaller volumes are not permitted except for mixed ADC packages. Packaging is not required for pieces \1/ 2\ inch thick or more if they are placed in a sack to the same destination to which they would otherwise be packaged (e.g., in a 3 digit sack rather than in a 3digit package). Preparation sequence, package size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (required); 10piece minimum; red Label 5 or optional endorsement line (OEL).

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b. 3digit (required); 10piece minimum; green Label 3 or OEL.

c. ADC (required); 10piece minimum; pink Label A or OEL.

d. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; tan Label X or OEL. [Redesignate current 5.3 as new 5.2; revise heading of new 5.2 to read as follows:]
5.2 Sacking and Labeling
[Revise new 5.2 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, sack size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (required); 10pound minimum; labeling: (1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages or unpackaged parcels, if applicable (see M031 for overseas military mail).

(2) Line 2: ``FCM PARCELS 5D.''

b. 3digit (required); 10pound minimum, except for required origin 3digit(s); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L002, Column A.
(2) Line 2: ``FCM PARCELS 3D.''

c. ADC (required); 10pound minimum; labeling:
(1) Line 1: L004.
(2) Line 2: ``FCM PARCELS ADC.''

d. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by city, state, and 3digit ZIP Code prefix of facility serving 3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry post office, as shown in L002, Column C.
(2) Line 2: ``FCM PARCELS WKG.''
[Delete current 5.4.]
* * * * *
M200 Periodicals (Nonautomation)
M210 Presorted Periodicals
* * * * *
2.0 PACKAGE PREPARATION
[Revise 2.0 by combining current 2.1 and 2.2 to read as follows:]

Packaging is required before traying or sacking. A package must be prepared when the quantity of addressed pieces for a required presort level reaches the minimum package size. Smaller volumes are not permitted except mixed ADC packages and 5digit and 3digit packages prepared under 1.5. Packaging is also subject to M020. Preparation sequence, package size, and labeling:

a. Firm (optional); twopiece minimum; blue Label F or optional endorsement line (OEL).

b. 5digit (required); sixpiece minimum; red Label 5 or OEL; labeling optional for pieces in full 5digit trays.

c. 3digit (required); sixpiece minimum; green Label 3 or OEL.

d. ADC (required); sixpiece minimum; pink Label A or OEL.

e. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; tan Label X or OEL. [Revise heading of 3.0 to read as follows:]
3.0 TRAY PREPARATIONLETTERSIZE PIECES
[Revise introductory text to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, tray size, and labeling:
* * * * *
[Revise 3.0a(1) to read as follows:]
* * * * *
(1) Line 1: use city, state and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 4.0 to read as follows:]
4.0 SACK PREPARATIONFLATSIZE PIECES AND IRREGULAR PARCELS
[Revise second sentence in introductory text to read as follows:] * * * For other mailing jobs, preparation sequence, tray size, and labeling:
* * * * *
[Revise 4.0a(1) to read as follows:]
* * * * *
(1) Line 1: use city, state and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
M220 Carrier Route Periodicals
* * * * *
2.0 PACKAGE PREPARATION
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 2.4 to read as follows:]
2.4 Packaging and Labeling

[Revise 2.4 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, package size, and labeling:

a. Firm (optional); twopiece minimum; blue Label F or optional endorsement line (OEL).

b. Carrier route (optional, but required for rate eligibility); sixpiece minimum (fewer permitted under 1.5); labeling required (facing slip, OEL, or carrier route information line) except for packages placed in a direct carrier route tray or sack.
[Revise heading of 3.0 to read as follows:]
3.0 PREPARATIONLETTERSIZE PIECES
[Revise introductory text to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, sack size, and labeling:
* * * * *
[Revise 4.0a(1) to read as follows:]
* * * * *
(1) Line 1: use city, state and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
M600 Standard Mail (Nonautomation)
M610 Presorted Standard Mail
* * * * *
2.0 PREPARATIONMACHINABLE LETTERSIZE PIECES
* * * * *
2.2 Traying and Labeling
* * * * *
[Revise 2.2a(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on mail (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
3.0 PREPARATIONNONMACHINABLE LETTERSIZE PIECES
[Revise heading of 3.1 to read as follows:]
3.1 Packaging and Labeling

[Revise 3.1 to read as follows:]

Except as provided in M020.1.9, packaging is required before traying. A package must be prepared when the quantity of addressed pieces for a required presort level reaches a minimum of 10 pieces. Smaller volumes are not permitted except for mixed ADC packages. Mailers who prefer that the USPS not automate lettersize pieces must also identify each package with a facing slip marked ``MANUAL ONLY'' or use a ``MANUAL ONLY'' optional endorsement line (see M013). Preparation sequence, package size, and labeling:
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[Change in 3.1a ``red Label D'' to ``red Label 5''; change in 3.1d ``tan Label MXD'' to ``tan Label X'';]
[Remove current 3.2 and redesignate current 3.3 as new 3.2.] * * * * *
3.2 Traying and Labeling
* * * * *
[Revise 3.2a(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
[Revise 4.0 by moving mailing standards for irregular parcels to new 5.0; redesignate current 5.0 as new 6.0; revise current 4.0 to read as follows:]
4.0 PREPARATIONFLATSIZE PIECES

4.1 Required Packaging

Except as provided in 4.3, packaging is required before sacking. A package must be prepared when the quantity of addressed pieces for a required presort level reaches the required minimum package size. Smaller volumes are not permitted except for mixed ADC packages. 4.2 Packaging and Labeling

Preparation sequence, package size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (required); 17piece minimum, optional 10to 16piece minimum (one consistent minimum required for a mailing job); red Label 5 or optional endorsement line (OEL).

b. 3digit (required); 10piece minimum; green Label 3 or OEL.

c. ADC (required); 10piece minimum; pink Label A or OEL.

d. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; tan Label X or OEL. 4.3 Loose Packing

District managers may authorize loose packing of unpackaged pieces to fill Number 3 sacks if no pieces in a sack would be more finely sorted if packaged. Pieces must be faced and packed to remain oriented in transit. The total weight of sacks containing such pieces may not exceed 70 pounds. Requests for loose packing must be made through the post office of mailing.

4.4 Required Sacking

Except as provided in 4.5, a sack, or a letter tray under M033, must be prepared when the quantity of mail for a required presort destination reaches either 125 pieces or 15 pounds of pieces, whichever occurs first, subject to these conditions:

a. For identicalweight pieces, a singlepiece weight of 1.92 ounces (0.12 pound) results in 125 pieces weighing 15 pounds. Identicalweight pieces weighing 1.92 ounces (0.12 pound) or less must be prepared using the 125piece minimum. Pieces weighing more must be prepared using the 15pound minimum.

b. For nonidenticalweight pieces, mailers must apply either one of these methods:
(1) The minimum that applies to the average piece weight for the entire mailing is used. The net weight of the mailing is divided by the number of pieces and the resulting average singlepiece weight is used to determine whether the 125piece or 15pound minimum applies. (2) The actual piece count or mail weight for each sack is used, if documentation can be provided with the mailing that shows for each sack the number of pieces and the total weight.

c. The accompanying postage statement must indicate whether the 125piece minimum, the 15pound minimum, or both minimums are applied. 4.5 Drop Shipment

A mailer using Priority Mail or Express Mail to dropship Standard Mail flatsize pieces may prepare sacks containing fewer than 125 pieces or less than 15 pounds of mail.
4.6 Sacking and Labeling

Preparation sequence, sack size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (required); 125piece or 15pound minimum; labeling: (1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).

(2) Line 2: ``STD FLTS 5D NON BC.''

b. 3digit (required); 125piece or 15pound minimum; labeling: (1) Line 1: L002, Column A.

(2) Line 2: ``STD FLTS 3D NON BC.''

c. Origin 3digit(s) (required) and entry 3digit(s) (optional); onepackage minimum (for origin and entry); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L002, Column A.

(2) Line 2: ``STD FLTS 3D NON BC.''

d. ADC (required); 125piece or 15pound minimum; labeling: (1) Line 1: L004.
(2) Line 2: ``STD FLTS ADC NON BC.''

e. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by city, state, and ZIP Code of ADC serving 3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry post office as shown in L004; if placed on an ASF or BMC pallet under option in M045.3.2, L802. (2) Line 2: ``STD FLTS NON BC WKG.''
#[Redesignate current 5.0 as new 6.0 and add new 5.0 to read as follows:]
5.0 PREPARATIONIRREGULAR PARCELS

5.1 Required Packaging

Except as provided in 5.3 and 5.5, packaging is required before sacking. A package must be prepared when the quantity of addressed pieces for a required presort level reaches the required minimum package size. Smaller volumes are not permitted except for mixed ADC packages and packages prepared under 5.4.

5.2 Packaging and Labeling

Preparation sequence, package size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (required); 10piece minimum; red Label 5 or optional endorsement line (OEL).

b. 3digit (required); 10piece minimum; green Label 3 or OEL.

c. ADC (required); 10piece minimum; pink Label A or OEL.

d. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; tan Label X or OEL. 5.3 Packaging Exceptions

Packaging is not required for irregular parcels under any of these conditions:

a. The parcels are \1/2\ inch thick or greater and placed in a sack to the same destination to which they would otherwise be packaged (e.g., in a 3digit sack rather than a 3digit package).

b. The parcels are so large that 10 or fewer fill a sack.

c. The parcels are in a 5digit scheme or 5digit sack containing both machinable and irregular parcels. Sacks containing both machinable and irregular parcels may not be prepared to other presort levels. 5.4 Commingling Irregular Parcel Mailings

Business Mailer Support (BMS) (see G043 for address) may authorize the commingling of several permit imprint mailings of irregular parcels to achieve a finer presort if the payment of proper postage can be documented. BMS may waive minimum quantity standards for preparation of 5digit and 3digit packages if doing so results in a finer preparation of at least 50% of the mail.

5.5 Loose Packing

District managers may authorize loose packing of unpackaged pieces to fill Number 3 sacks if no pieces in a sack would be more finely sorted if packaged. Pieces must be faced and packed to remain oriented in transit. The total weight of sacks containing such pieces may not exceed 70 pounds.
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Requests for loose packing must be made through the post office of mailing.

5.6 Required Sacking

Except as provided in 5.7, a sack must be prepared when the quantity of mail for a required presort destination reaches either 125 pieces or 15 pounds of pieces, whichever occurs first, subject to these conditions:

c. The accompanying postage statement must indicate whether the 125piece minimum, the 15pound minimum, or both minimums are applied. 5.7 Drop Shipment

A mailer using Priority Mail or Express Mail to dropship Standard Mail irregular parcels may prepare sacks containing fewer than 125 pieces or less than 15 pounds of mail.
5.8 Sacking and Labeling

Preparation sequence, sack size, and labeling:

a. 5digit scheme (optional), as applicable:
(1) Irregular parcels: 125piece or 15pound minimum; labeling for Line 1, L606; for Line 2, ``STD IRREG 5D SCHEME'' or ``STD IRREG 5D SCH.''
(2) Commingled machinable and irregular parcels: no minimum; labeling for Line 1, L606; for Line 2, ``STD MACHIRREG 5D SCH.''

b. 5digit (required), as applicable:
(1) Irregular parcels: 125piece or 15pound minimum; labeling for Line 1, city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail); for Line 2, ``STD IRREG 5D.''
(2) Commingled machinable and irregular parcels: required at 10 pounds; labeling for Line 1, city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail); for Line 2, ``STD MACH IRREG 5D.''

c. 3digit (required); 125piece or 15pound minimum; labeling: (1) Line 1: L002, Column A.

(2) Line 2: ``STD IRREG 3D.''

d. Origin 3digit(s) (required) and entry 3digit(s) (optional); onepackage minimum (for origin and entry); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L002, Column A.

(2) Line 2: ``STD IRREG 3D.''

e. ADC (required); 125piece or 15pound minimum; labeling: (1) Line 1: L004.
(2) Line 2: ``STD IRREG ADC.''

f. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by city, state, and ZIP Code of ADC serving 3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry post office as shown in L604. (2) Line 2: ``STD IRREG WKG.''
6.0 PREPARATIONMACHINABLE PARCELS
* * * * *
[Change heading of redesignated 6.2 to read as follows:]
6.2 Sacking and Labeling
* * * * *
M620 Enhanced Carrier Route Standard Mail
* * * * *
3.0 PREPARATIONLETTERSIZE PIECES
3.1 Required Tray Preparation
* * * * *
[Revise 3.1a(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
[Revise 3.1b(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 3.2 to read as follows:]

3.2 Alternative Line 2 Information

For trays containing nonbarcoded or nonmachinable lettersize pieces, these Line 2 label designations are used in place of ``BC':

a. Trays containing nonbarcoded machinable pieces: ``MACH.''

b. Trays containing nonmachinable pieces: ``MAN.''

c. Trays containing simplified address pieces: ``MAN.'' [Delete current 3.3 and 3.4.]
4.0 PREPARATIONFLATS
* * * * *
4.2 Sack Preparation
[Revise introductory text to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, sack size, and labeling:
* * * * *
[Revise 4.2a(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
[Revise 4.2c(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
5.0 PREPARATIONIRREGULAR PARCELS
* * * * *
5.2 Sack Preparation
[Revise introductory text to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, sack size, and labeling:
* * * * *
[Revise 5.2a(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
[Revise 5.2b(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
M700 Package Services
M710 Parcel Post
* * * * *
2.0 DSCF RATE
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 2.2 to read as follows:]
2.2 DSCF Sacking and Labeling
* * * * *

[Revise 2.2d to read as follows:]

d. 5digit sack labeling: Line 1, use city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on parcels (see M031 for overseas military mail); for Line 2, ``PSVC PARCELS 5D.''
* * * * *
3.0 DDU RATE
* * * * *
[Revise 3.0e(2) to read as follows:]
(2) 5digit sack labeling: Line 1, use city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on
[[Page 49403]]
parcels (see M031 for overseas military mail); for Line 2, ``PSVC PARCELS 5D.''
* * * * *
M720 Bound Printed Matter
* * * * *
M722 Presorted Bound Printed Matter
* * * * *
2.0 REQUIRED PREPARATIONFLATS
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 2.2 to read as follows:]
2.2 Packaging and Labeling

[Revise 2.2 to read as follows:]

Packaging is required before sacking. Preparation sequence and labeling:

a. 5digit (required); red Label 5 or optional endorsement line (OEL).

b. 3digit (required); green Label 3 or OEL.

c. ADC (required); pink Label A or OEL.

d. Mixed ADC (required); tan Label X or OEL.
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 2.4 to read as follows:]
2.4 Sacking and Labeling
[Revise 2.4 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence and labeling:

a. 5digit (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC FLTS 5D NON BC.''

b. 3digit (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L002, Column A.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC FLTS 3D NON BC.''

c. SCF (optional); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L005.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC FLTS SCF NON BC.''

d. ADC (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L004.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC FLTS ADC NON BC.''

e. Mixed ADC (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by city, state, and ZIP Code of ADC serving 3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry post office, as shown in L004. (2) Line 2: ``PSVC FLTS NON BC WKG.''
[Delete current 2.5.]
3.0 REQUIRED PREPARATIONIRREGULAR PARCELS WEIGHING LESS THAN 10 POUNDS
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 3.2 to read as follows:]
3.2 Packaging and Labeling

[Revise 3.2 to read as follows:]

Except as provided in 3.1, packaging is required before sacking. Preparation sequence and labeling:

a. 5digit (required); red Label 5 or optional endorsement line (OEL).

b. 3digit (required); green Label 3 or OEL.

c. ADC (required); pink Label A or OEL.

d. Mixed ADC (required); tan Label X or OEL.
3.3 Required Sacking
[Revise 3.3 by adding current 3.6 before last sentence of introductory paragraph to read as follows:]
* * * Sacking is not required for 5digit packages when prepared for and entered at DDU rates. Such packages may be bedloaded and may weigh up to 40 pounds. Sacking is also subject to these conditions: * * * * *
[Revise heading of 3.4 to read as follows:]
3.4 Sacking and Labeling
[Revise 3.4 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence and labeling:

a. 5digit scheme (optional); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L606.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG 5D SCHEME'' or ``PSVC IRREG 5D SCH.''

b. 5digit (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on parcels (see M031 for overseas military mail).
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG 5D.''

c. 3digit (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L002, Column A.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG 3D.''

d. SCF (optional); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L005.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG SCF.''

e. ADC (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L004.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG ADC.''

f. Mixed ADC (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by city, state, and ZIP Code of ADC serving 3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry post office, as shown in L004. (2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG WKG.''
[Delete 3.5 and 3.6.]
4.0 REQUIRED PREPARATIONIRREGULAR PARCELS WEIGHING 10 POUNDS OR MORE * * * * *
4.2 Required Sacking
[Revise 4.2 by adding current 4.5 to end of 4.2 to read as follows:] * * * Sacking is not required for 5digit packages when prepared for and entered at DDU rates. Such packages may be bedloaded and may weigh up to 40 pounds.
[Revise heading of 4.3 to read as follows:]
4.3 Sacking and Labeling
[Revise 4.3 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence and labeling:

a. 5digit scheme (optional); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L606.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG 5D SCHEME'' or ``PSVC IRREG 5D SCH.''

b. 5digit (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code destination on parcels (see M031 for overseas military mail).
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG 5D.''

c. 3digit (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L002, Column A.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG 3D.''

d. SCF (optional); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L005.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG SCF.''

e. ADC (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L004.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG ADC.''

f. Mixed ADC (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by city, state, and ZIP Code of ADC serving 3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry post office, as shown in L004. (2) Line 2: ``PSVC IRREG WKG.''
[Delete 4.4 and 4.5.]
5.0 REQUIRED PREPARATIONMACHINABLE PARCELS
[Revise heading of 5.1 to read as follows:]
5.1 DBMC Rates Not ClaimedRequired Sacking
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 5.2 to read as follows:]
5.2 DBMC Rates Not ClaimedSacking and Labeling
[Revise 5.2 by combining with current 5.3 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, labeling:

a. 5digit scheme (optional); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L606.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC MACH 5D SCHEME'' or ``PSVC MACH 5D SCH.''

b. 5digit (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on parcels (see M031 for overseas military mail).
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC MACH 5D.''

c. BMC (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L601.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC MACH BMC.''

d. Mixed BMC (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by L601 Column B information, for BMC serving 3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry post office.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC MACH WKG.''
[Redesignate current 5.4, 5.5, and 5.6 as new 5.3, 5.4, and 5.5, respectively.]
[[Page 49404]]
[Revise heading of new 5.3 to read as follows:]
5.3 DMBC RatesRequired Sacking
* * * * *
[Revise heading of new 5.4 to read as follows:]
5.4 DBMC RatesSacking and Labeling
[Revise 5.4 by combining with new 5.5 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence and labeling:

a. 5digit scheme (optional); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L606.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC MACH 5D SCHEME'' or ``PSVC MACH 5D SCH.''

b. 5digit (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on parcels (see M031 for overseas military mail).

(2) Line 2: ``PSVC MACH 5D.''

c. ASF (optional, allowed only for mail deposited at an ASF to claim DBMC rate); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L602. DBMC rate eligibility determined by E752 and Exhibit E751.1.3.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC MACH ASF.''

d. BMC (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: L601. DBMC rate eligibility determined by E752 and Exhibit E751.1.3.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC MACH BMC.''

e. Mixed BMC (required); labeling:
(1) Line 1: ``MXD'' followed by information in L601, Column B, for BMC serving 3digit ZIP Code prefix of entry post office.
(2) Line 2: ``PSVC MACH WKG.''
M723 Carrier Route Bound Printed Matter
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 2.0 to read as follows:]
2.0 PREPARATIONFLATS
* * * * *
2.3 Sack Preparation
* * * * *

[Revise 2.3a to read as follows:]

a. Carrier route: required; for Line 1, use city, state, and 5 digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail). * * * * *
[Revise heading of 3.0 to read as follows:]
3.0 PREPARATIONIRREGULAR PARCELS WEIGHING LESS THAN 10 POUNDS * * * * *
3.3 Sack Preparation
* * * * *

[Revise 3.3a to read as follows:]

a. Carrier route: required; for Line 1, use city, state, and 5 digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail). * * * * *
[Revise heading of 4.0 to read as follows:]
4.0 PREPARATIONIRREGULAR PARCELS WEIGHING 10 POUNDS OR MORE * * * * *
[Revise heading of 5.0 to read as follows:]
5.0 PREPARATIONMACHINABLE PARCELS
* * * * *
M730 Media Mail
* * * * *
2.0 PREPARATIONFLATS
[Revise heading of 2.1 to read as follows:]
2.1 Required Packaging
[Revise second sentence in 2.1 to read as follows:]
* * * Smaller volumes are not permitted except for mixed ADC packages. * * *
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 2.2 to read as follows:]
2.2 Packaging and Labeling

[Revise 2.2 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, package size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (optional, but required for 5digit rate eligibility); 10piece minimum; red Label 5 or optional endorsement line (OEL).

b. 3digit (required); 10piece minimum; green Label 3 or OEL.

c. ADC (required); 10piece minimum; pink Label A or OEL.

d. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; tan Label X or OEL. [Revise heading of 2.3 to read as follows:]
2.3 Required Sacking
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 2.4 to read as follows:]
2.4 Sacking and Labeling
[Revise introductory text to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, sack size, and labeling:
* * * * *
[Revise 2.4a(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: use city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
3.0 PREPARATIONIRREGULAR PARCELS
[Revise heading of 3.1 to read as follows:]
3.1 Required Packaging

[Revise the first sentence of 3.1 to read as follows:]

A package must be prepared when the quantity of addressed pieces for a required presort level reaches a minimum of 10 pieces. Smaller volumes are not permitted except for mixed ADC packages. Packaging is not required for pieces placed in 5digit scheme sacks and 5digit sacks when such pieces are enclosed in an envelope, fulllength sleeve, fulllength wrapper, or polybag and the minimum package volume is met. * * *
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 3.2 to read as follows:]
3.2 Packaging and Labeling

[Revise 3.2 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, package size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (optional, but required for 5digit rate eligibility); 10piece minimum; red Label 5 or optional endorsement line (OEL).

b. 3digit (required); 10piece minimum; green Label 3 or OEL.

c. ADC (required); 10piece minimum; pink Label A or OEL.

d. Mixed ADC (required); no minimum; tan Label X or OEL. [Revise heading of 3.3 to read as follows:]
3.3 Required Sacking
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 3.4 to read as follows:]
3.4 Sacking and Labeling
[Revise introductory text to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence and labeling:
* * * * *
[Revise 3.4b(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: use city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
4.0 PREPARATIONMACHINABLE PARCELS
[Revise heading of 4.1 to read as follows:]
4.1 Required Sacking
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 4.2 to read as follows:]
[[Page 49405]]
4.2 Sacking and Labeling
[Revise introductory text to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence and labeling:
* * * * *
[Revise 4.2b(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: use city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on parcels (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
M740 Library Mail
* * * * *
2.0 PREPARATIONFLATS
[Revise heading of 2.1 to read as follows:]
2.1 Required Packaging
[Revise second sentence in 2.1 to read as follows:]
* * * Smaller volumes are not permitted except for mixed ADC packages. * * *
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 2.2 to read as follows:]
2.2 Packaging and Labeling

[Revise 2.2 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, package size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (optional, but required for 5digit rate eligibility); 10piece minimum; red Label 5 or optional endorsement line (OEL).

b. 3digit (required); 10piece minimum; green Label 3 or OEL.

c. ADC (required); 10piece minimum; pink Label A or OEL.

[Revise the first sentence of 3.1 to read as follows:]

[Revise 3.2 to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence, package size, and labeling:

a. 5digit (optional, but required for 5digit rate eligibility); 10piece minimum; red Label 5 or optional endorsement line (OEL).

b. 3digit (required); 10piece minimum; green Label 3 or OEL.

c. ADC (required); 10piece minimum; pink Label A or OEL.

Preparation sequence and labeling:
* * * * *
[Revise 3.4b(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: use city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on parcels (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
4.0 PREPARATIONMACHINABLE PARCELS
[Revise heading of 4.1 to read as follows:]
4.1 Required Sacking
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 4.2 to read as follows:]
4.2 Sacking and Labeling
[Revise introductory text to read as follows:]

Preparation sequence and labeling:
* * * * *
[Revise 4.2b(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: use city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on parcels (see M031 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
M800 All Automation Mail
* * * * *
M820 FlatSize Mail
* * * * *
2.0 FIRSTCLASS MAILREQUIRED PACKAGEBASED PREPARATION
[Revise heading of 2.1 to read as follows:]
2.1 Packaging and Labeling
[Change in 2.1a ``red Label D'' to ``red Label 5''; change in 2.1d ``tan Label MXD'' to ``tan Label X''.]
[Revise heading of 2.2 to read as follows:]
2.2 Traying and Labeling
* * * * *
[Revise 2.2a(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on package (see M032 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
4.0 PERIODICALS
[Revise heading of 4.1 to read as follows:]
4.1 Packaging and Labeling
[Change in 4.1b ``red Label D'' to ``red Label 5''; change in 4.1e ``tan Label MXD'' to ``tan Label X''.]
[Revise heading of 4.2 to read as follows:]
3.2 Sacking and Labeling
* * * * *
[Revise 4.2b(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M032 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
5.0 STANDARD MAIL
[Revise heading of 5.1 to read as follows:]
5.1 Packaging and Labeling
[Change in 5.1b ``red Label D'' to ``red Label 5''; change in 5.1e ``tan Label MXD'' to ``tan Label X''.]
* * * * *
[Revise heading of 5.3 to read as follows:]
5.3 Sacking and Labeling
* * * * *
[Revise 5.3b(1) to read as follows:]
[[Page 49406]]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M032 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
6.0 BOUND PRINTED MATTER
[Revise heading of 6.1 to read as follows:]
6.1 Packaging and Labeling
[Change in 6.1b ``red Label D'' to ``red Label 5''; change in 6.1e ``tan Label MXD'' to ``tan Label X''.]
[Revise heading of 6.2 to read as follows:]
6.2 Sacking and Labeling
* * * * *
[Revise 6.2b(1) to read as follows:]
(1) Line 1: city, state, and 5digit ZIP Code on packages (see M032 for overseas military mail).
* * * * *
M900 Advanced Preparation Options for Flats
* * * * *
M950 CoPackaging Automation Rate and Presorted Rate Pieces
1.0 FIRSTCLASS MAIL
* * * * *
1.2 Package Preparation
[Change in 1.2a ``red Label D'' to ``red Label 5''; change in 1.2d ``tan Label MXD'' to ``tan Label X''.]
* * * * *
2.0 PERIODICALS
* * * * *
2.2 Package Preparation
[Change in 2.2c ``red Label D'' to ``red Label 5''; change in 2.2f ``tan Label MXD'' to ``tan Label X''.]
* * * * *
3.0 STANDARD MAIL
* * * * *
3.2 Package Preparation
[Change in 3.2b all instances of ``red Label D'' to ``red Label 5''; change in 3.2e ``tan Label MXD'' to ``tan Label X''.]
* * * * *
4.0 BOUND PRINTED MATTER
* * * * *
4.2 Package Preparation
[Change in 4.2b ``red Label D'' to ``red Label 5''; change in 4.2e ``tan Label MXD'' to ``tan Label X''.]

An appropriate amendment to 39 CFR 111 to reflect these changes will be published if the proposal is adopted.
Stanley F. Mires,
Chief Counsel, Legislative.
[FR Doc. 0321043 Filed 81503; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 771012P

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT Neil Berger at (703) 292-3645, Mailing Standards, U.S. Postal Service; or Jamie Gallagher at (202) 2684031, P&DC Operations, U.S. Postal Service.

POSTAL SERVICE

Postal Service

CFR Citation: 39 CFR Part 111

NOTICE: PROPOSED RULES

ACTION: Domestic Mail Manual:

DOCUMENT ACTION: Proposed rule.

DATES: Submit comments on or before September 17, 2003.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Automated Package Processing

Label Format Changes

Label Availability and Use

PART 111[AMENDED]

[Revise 1.2 to read as follows:]

[[Page 49398]]

[Revise 4.5 to read as follows:]

[Revise 1.2c to read as follows:]

(2) Line 2: ``STD/PSVC MACH 5D SCH.''

(2) Line 2: ``STD/PSVC MACH 5D.''

(2) Line 2: ``STD/PSVC MACH ASF.''

(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR 5D MACH.''

(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR 3D MACH.''

(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR AADC MACH.''

[Revise 3.1 to read as follows:]

(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR 5D MANUAL.''

(2) Line 2: ``FCM LTR 3D MANUAL.''

[Revise 4.1 to read as follows:]

(2) Line 2: ``FCM FLTS 5D NON BC.''

(2) Line 2: ``FCM FLTS 3D NON BC.''

[Revise new 5.1 to read as follows:]

[[Page 49400]]

(2) Line 2: ``FCM PARCELS 5D.''

[Revise 2.4 to read as follows:]

[Revise 3.1 to read as follows:]

4.1 Required Packaging

4.4 Required Sacking

(2) Line 2: ``STD FLTS 5D NON BC.''

(2) Line 2: ``STD FLTS 3D NON BC.''

(2) Line 2: ``STD FLTS 3D NON BC.''

5.1 Required Packaging

5.2 Packaging and Labeling

5.5 Loose Packing

5.6 Required Sacking

(2) Line 2: ``STD IRREG 3D.''

(2) Line 2: ``STD IRREG 3D.''

3.2 Alternative Line 2 Information

[Revise 2.2d to read as follows:]

[Revise 2.2 to read as follows:]

[Revise 3.2 to read as follows:]

(2) Line 2: ``PSVC MACH 5D.''

[Revise 2.3a to read as follows:]

[Revise 3.3a to read as follows:]

[Revise 2.2 to read as follows:]

[Revise the first sentence of 3.1 to read as follows:]

[Revise 3.2 to read as follows:]

[Revise 2.2 to read as follows:]

[Revise the first sentence of 3.1 to read as follows:]

[Revise 3.2 to read as follows:]

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