What does Preamble of Stamp Out Invasive Species Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To provide for the issuance of a semipostal to benefit programs that combat invasive species,' aims to authorize the issuance of a semipostal postage stamp. The proceeds from the semipostal will benefit programs dedicated to combating invasive species. The bill was introduced by Ms. Stefanik and Mr. Case.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Stamp Out Invasive Species Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Stamp Out Invasive Species Act.

What does COMBATING INVASIVE SPECIES SEMIPOSTAL. of Stamp Out Invasive Species Act do?

This section establishes a semipostal stamp called the "Combating Invasive Species Semipostal Stamp". The purpose of the stamp is to allow public contributions to programs at the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture that combat invasive species. The issuance and sale of the stamp will be governed by 39 U.S.C. section 416 and related regulations. The differential rate (the extra charge above the regular postage rate) for the stamp cannot exceed 25 percent. The stamp will be available for two years, starting within 12 months of the Act's enactment. Proceeds from the stamp sales will be divided equally between the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture for invasive species programs. The term 'semipostal stamp' is defined according to 39 U.S.C. section 416(a)(1).

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Stamp Out Invasive Species Act

Last updated: 4/24/2025 · Introduced: 4/24/2025

Author: Elise Stefanik (R-NY)

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This bill authorizes the creation of a 'Combating Invasive Species Semipostal Stamp' to raise funds for programs fighting invasive species.
Proceeds from the stamp sales will be split equally between the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture.
The semipostal stamp will be available for two years and have a differential rate not exceeding 25 percent above regular postage.

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