The federal government’s new fiscal year is rapidly approaching, triggering a government shutdown if lawmakers fail to reach a deal to fund the government.

California is home to thousands of federal workers. And many Americans are scrambling to better understand the impact it’ll have on their lives, from Social Security payments to visits to National Parks .

Will I get mail during a government shutdown?

Yes, Californians will continue to get their mail. The U.S. Postal Service said in a statement that its operations won’t be interrupted in a government shutdown.

“Because we are an independent entity generally funded through the sale of our products and services, and not by tax dollars, our services will not be impacted by a government shutdown,” USPS said.

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