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Mission: The purpose of the nrlca shall be to improve the methods used by rural mail carriers, to cooperate with the u. S. Postal service and the public for the good of the service, to promote a fraternal spirit among its members, and to benefit their condition of labor.
Programs: Insurance programs offered by the nrlca provided its 114,406 members the opportunity to participate in its health, auto, homeowners, and other types of insurance programs.
the 113th national convention of nrlca was held in national harbor, md august 15-18, 2017. More than 3,300 attendees gathered to plan, discuss, and disseminate information regarding the issues, concerns future goals of the postal work force. In addition, representatives from each state participate in the annual election of nrlca's officers as part of the annual convention.
publications: 12 issues of "the national rural letter carrier" are published and disseminated to the 114,4069 current members of the organization on a monthly basis to inform and update members on postal regulations, contract negotiations and other matters pertaining to rlca and the postal service.
national steward system: representation provided for in the national agreement is accomplished through the national steward system. Nrlca representatives/stewards process grievances and appeals through the grievance-arbitration procedure.