MAIL HANDLER THE
FALL 2017
NATIONAL POSTAL MAIL HANDLERS UNION
CONTENTS
NATIONAL EXECUTIVE BOARD
4 President’s Report
Paul V. Hogrogian National President
Timothy M. Dwyer Secretary-Treasurer
June Harris Vice President Central Region
John A. Gibson Vice President Eastern Region
David E. Wilkin Vice President Northeastern Region
Read President Hogrogian’s report on the ratification of the ongoing battles of unwarranted bid reversions, job abolishments, and excessing
6 Secretary-Treasurer’s Report
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Chairperson June Harris introduces the goals and objectives of the newly formed Women’s Committee
21 MHBP Health Plan Report Executive Director Michael Hora reports on the Plan’s 2018 rates and benefits in his article, “Give Yourself a Raise this Open Season”
Read National SecretaryTreasurer Dwyer’s article addressing the importance Union membership
Meeting 10 Semi-Annual of the Local Unions Mail handlers come together to discuss and address issues facing the craft
NPMHU Women’s Committee
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Mail Handlers Across the Country See pictures of various meetings and functions across the country
Lawrence B. Sapp Vice President Southern Region
Don J. Sneesby Vice President Western Region
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