When did this begain and who exactly was Frank?
2007-05-21 07:46:14 · 2 answers · asked by Woody N 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
Look up Franking Privilege. In the US members of Congress and other elected officials are allowed x amount of $$$ in free US mailing to allow them to communicate with their constituents. This levels the playing field for all Congressmen (and women) in their ability to keep the voters informed.
A facsimile of their signature is printed on the envelope when the stamp would normally go. Franking started in the 17th century in the British House of Commons.
2007-05-21 08:12:28 · answer #1 · answered by iraq51 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
This is a myth according to the USPS if a letter does not contain the correct postage ($.41 at the moment) it will be returned to the return address.
2007-05-21 15:03:08 · answer #2 · answered by Joel D 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋