<p>At the 2026 NAPS Legislative Conference, in Washington, NAPS bestowed it annual <em>Gold Standard for Legislative Leadership Award</em> to former New Jersey Legislative Chair George Barrett. George joins Bob to discuss his tactics and strategies to maximize his opportunities to promote the interests of EAS level postal employees and retirees. Also, George shares his &quot;tricks of the trade&quot; and reflects on memorable congressional engagements he had during his career. In addition, Bob summarizes recent actions taken by the Postal Board of Governors and the Postal Regulatory Commission relating to the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). </p>