Policy perspectives
Policy perspectives
Our perspective on public
policies & issues
Our perspective on public policies & issues
While there are a number of related important policies and issues that affect FedEx and our customers, our guidepost is steady: FedEx supports policies that promote the interests of our customers, team members, investors, and business.
With a network serving more than 220 countries and territories, and 700,000 team members, FedEx has a strong interest in public policy and issues that affect the global economy, our business and our customers. FedEx has been a longtime leader and advocate on policy issues including aviation, trade, transportation, technology and innovation, sustainability and many others. FedEx supports policies that promote the interests of our customers, team members, investors and businesses.
Honoring the Heroic Legacy of U.S. Servicemembers
To commemorate Memorial Day 2024, FedEx founder and executive chairman Frederick W. Smith delivered remarks at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., drawing from his experience in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He also shared how the conflict ultimately laid the groundwork for economic growth in the region and for global trade.
SMBs support global trade
The latest FedEx Trade Index surveyed 1,000 leaders of U.S. small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that export on the impact of global trade. Findings affirm that trade is essential to SMBs and helps them sustain jobs and remain competitive.
The Business of America
FedEx Founder and Chairman Fred W. Smith spoke at the 2023 Coolidge Foundation Gala in New York City. Relaying his 50 years of experience in the business, he discussed the future of the American economy and the role of global trade in supporting it.
FedEx at APEC: Advancing global, smart supply chains
Alongside FedEx participation in the 2023 APEC Summit, FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam shared his thoughts on smart supply chains and how trade supports small businesses around the world in the 2023 APEC CEO Summit Journal.
The 2024 Global Economic Impact Report
For over 50 years, FedEx has connected people and possibilities worldwide. Our 2024 Global Economic Impact Report details how this impacts our global communities and demonstrates the power of the FedEx Effect.
FedEx celebrates 50 years of operation
This year, FedEx celebrates 50 years of connecting the world and furthering the global economy. FedEx launched on April 17, 1973 with 389 employees and a fleet of 14 aircraft. The fleet delivered 186 packages to 25 U.S. cities that night. Today, FedEx has the most extensive transportation network in the world, moving roughly 15 million packages per day and operating in more than 220 countries and territories around the world.
2024 ESG Report: Smarter and sustainable supply chains
A commitment to our people, planet and principles enables FedEx to deliver positive impact in the communities we serve. Our latest environmental, social, and governance (ESG) report features data highlights from our FY23 ending May 31, 2023.
Trade
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, and we believe everyone benefits when it is easier to bring new products and ideas to the global market.Â
Surface transportation
FedEx supports transportation policies that will fund and improve surface and air transportation infrastructure. The United States needs modern, 21st century infrastructure to seamlessly and safely deliver goods and services to consumers. FedEx supports the proposal to increase the national standard for twin trailers from the existing 28 feet to 33 feet.Â
Aviation
FedEx operates the world’s largest full-service, all-cargo airline, and the company is a longstanding, consistent advocate for global trade policy and Open Skies agreements.
Technology and innovation
FedEx sees benefits of next-generation innovation for our team members and operations, including computer-assisted vehicles, artificial intelligence, robotics and drones. We support efforts to modernize federal laws and regulations that encourage advances in transportation technology.
Tax and economic policy
FedEx has long supported tax reform efforts which offer pro-growth, pro-business solutions that will power the economy, increase business investment and expand job opportunities.
Sustainability, postal reform and more
FedEx is committed to a greener and more sustainable future. Learn more about policy topics ranging from sustainability to postal reform. While there is a broad array of matters facing the company and economy, our guidepost is steady: FedEx supports policies that promote the interests of our customers, team members, investors and business.
Sustainability
FedEx is committed to a driving a more sustainable future, and we are working toward a bold goal of carbon neutral global operations by 2040. FedEx has long been an advocate for energy security and incorporating innovative, more efficient technologies into our network.Â
Workforce
FedEx is committed to providing a safe, diverse, and rewarding environment for all our employees. We strive to create a workplace that inspires, empowers, and attracts inclusive, customer-focused individuals and encourages personal and professional growth in building a career with FedEx.Â
Additional policy topics
Learn more about policy topics from postal reform to regulated and specialty shipments. While there is a broad array of matters facing the company and economy, our guidepost is steady: FedEx supports policies that promote the interests of our customers, team members, investors and business.
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COVID-19 updates
Vaccine shipping
We continue to support healthcare organizations and communities with mission-critical demand. This includes delivering personal protective equipment, critical medical supplies and COVID-19 vaccines. FedEx is an integral part of the global vaccine supply chain, delivering COVID-19 vaccines, boosters, related ingredients, and supplies to more than 50 countries around the world.
Through close collaboration with our healthcare customers, and federal, state, and local officials, we are shipping COVID-19 vaccines and critical medical supplies from manufacturers and distributors to dosing centers for administration throughout the United States and Canada.Â