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To provide for the issuance of a Manatee Semipostal Stamp.
2/4/2025, 4:54 PM
Summary of Bill HR 704
Bill 119 hr 704, also known as the Manatee Semipostal Stamp Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize the United States Postal Service to issue a special "semipostal" stamp featuring the image of a manatee.
Semipostal stamps are a type of postage stamp where the price of the stamp is higher than the standard postage rate, with the additional funds raised going towards a specific cause or charity. In this case, the proceeds from the sale of the Manatee Semipostal Stamp would be used to support the conservation and protection of manatees, which are endangered marine mammals found in the waters of Florida and other coastal areas.
The bill outlines the design and issuance of the stamp, as well as the distribution and sale of the stamp through the postal service. It also specifies that the additional funds raised from the sale of the stamp will be deposited into a special fund dedicated to manatee conservation efforts. Overall, the Manatee Semipostal Stamp Act aims to raise awareness and support for the conservation of manatees through the sale of a special postage stamp. It provides a tangible way for individuals to contribute to the protection of these gentle creatures and their habitats.
Semipostal stamps are a type of postage stamp where the price of the stamp is higher than the standard postage rate, with the additional funds raised going towards a specific cause or charity. In this case, the proceeds from the sale of the Manatee Semipostal Stamp would be used to support the conservation and protection of manatees, which are endangered marine mammals found in the waters of Florida and other coastal areas.
The bill outlines the design and issuance of the stamp, as well as the distribution and sale of the stamp through the postal service. It also specifies that the additional funds raised from the sale of the stamp will be deposited into a special fund dedicated to manatee conservation efforts. Overall, the Manatee Semipostal Stamp Act aims to raise awareness and support for the conservation of manatees through the sale of a special postage stamp. It provides a tangible way for individuals to contribute to the protection of these gentle creatures and their habitats.
Current Status of Bill HR 704
Bill HR 704 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2025. Bill HR 704 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 23, 2025. Bill HR 704's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 23, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 704
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 704
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 704
To provide for the issuance of a Manatee Semipostal Stamp.
To provide for the issuance of a Manatee Semipostal Stamp.
Comments

Elias Meadows
927
1 year ago
I'm all for it, sounds like a good idea. Can't wait to see it in action!
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 704
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