REVISED: Congressman Bennie Thompson Issues Statement on Ongoing Mail Delays at Jackson Processing Facility

(BOLTON, MS) – Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) released the following statement regarding the ongoing mail delays at the Jackson Processing Facility:

"My office has been made aware of the persistent mail delays at the Jackson Processing Facility, which have caused significant inconvenience to residents and businesses in the region. I understand the frustrations these delays have caused, and I want to assure my constituents that I am actively engaged in addressing this issue.

The following information was provided to me by a United States Postal Service officials:

“Senior Postal Service Leadership, including the Regional Processing Vice President and the new Senior Division Processing Director for Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, and Oklahoma, have been onsite in Jackson this week working with local management to resolve these delays and bring plant operations up to date. The U.S. Postal Service has also committed to increased overtime and a heightened focus on mail and packages destined for ZIP codes served by the Jackson facility”.

While I acknowledge these efforts, I remain concerned about the continued disruption in mail service. Timely mail delivery is critical for families, businesses, and those who rely on essential correspondence, including Social Security checks, prescription medications, and time-sensitive documents. My office will continue to monitor this situation closely to ensure postal officials take the necessary steps to bring the Jackson Mail Processing Facility up to acceptable standards.

I urge residents experiencing mail delays to report their concerns to my office or directly to the U.S. Postal Service. I will remain in contact with postal officials to ensure transparency and accountability as they work to improve operations at the Jackson facility."

All United States Postal Service press inquiries should be emailed to Mr. James Stotts at James.E.Stotts@usps.gov.