Q. Will the Post Office mail packages containing compact fluorescent light bulbs?

A. Yes, and they're proud of it.

This is from the Post Office's 2008 Annual Report: "We’re working with other companies, agencies and organizations in mail-back programs that recycle and dispose of small electronics, compact fluorescent lamps, and discarded or expired pharmaceuticals."

This is from their 2007 Comprehensive Statement of Operations: "Through partnerships with business and government, mail is being used to properly dispose of products that might otherwise be harmful to the environment including computer equipment, printer supplies, cell phones, rechargeable batteries, compact fluorescent light bulbs, and prescription drugs."

Q. Will Federal Express mail packages containing compact fluorescent light bulbs.

A. Yes.

Q. Will UPS mail packages containing compact fluorescent light bulbs.

A. Yes.