On July 10, 2022, the USPS implemented its largest rate increase in a decade, impacting various mail classes with increases of up to 13% for certain first-class services. In response to declining letter volumes, the rate adjustments aim to stabilize postal revenues while offering savings strategies such as using metered mail and automation. Key changes include increased rates for first-class mail, marketing mail, and various flat rates, with suggestions for optimizing mail costs through presorting and automation.