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Honoring Missing Servicemembers: New Postage Stamps for Remembrance

The U.S. House of Representatives proposes issuing a series of postage stamps to honor servicemembers designated as prisoners of war, missing, or unaccounted for. This initiative aims to preserve the memory of their sacrifices and support families awaiting information. The stamps will serve as a reminder of those who did not return home and emphasize the importance of their search.
Key points
The U.S. Postal Service is urged to issue a series of forever postage stamps honoring servicemembers who were prisoners of war or missing in action, and whose remains were recovered.
The stamps are intended to serve as a constant reminder of the servicemembers' sacrifices and promote public awareness of their status.
The initiative seeks to provide families of the missing with the assurance that their loved ones will not be forgotten.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1624
Sponsor: Rep. Wenstrup, Brad R. [R-OH-2]
Process start date: 2024-12-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee, as an entity of the United States Postal Service, should issue a series of forever postage stamps to honor the sacrifices of servicemembers who have been designated prisoner, missing, or unaccounted for, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1624.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. Postal Service is urged to issue a series of forever postage stamps honoring servicemembers who were prisoners of war or missing in action, and whose remains were recovered.
  • The stamps are intended to serve as a constant reminder of the servicemembers' sacrifices and promote public awareness of their status.
  • The initiative seeks to provide families of the missing with the assurance that their loved ones will not be forgotten.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Wenstrup, Brad R. [R-OH-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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