Stamp Out Invasive Species Act
Sponsored By: Representative Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
Introduced
Summary
Creates a Combating Invasive Species semipostal stamp to raise public contributions for federal programs fighting invasive species. This bill would let the U.S. Postal Service sell the stamp at up to a 25 percent premium over base postage for two years, starting within 12 months of enactment, and transfer proceeds equally to the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture at least twice a year to fund programs addressing invasive species threats to ecosystems, native species, and local economies.
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Buy a stamp to fight invasive species
If enacted, USPS would sell a special semipostal stamp called the Combating Invasive Species Stamp. It would go on sale no later than 12 months after enactment and be sold for 2 years. The extra cost over regular postage would be no more than 25%. Money from sales would be split evenly between the Interior and Agriculture Departments to fight invasive species, with payments at least twice a year. Buying the stamp would be optional.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
NY • R
Cosponsors
Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]
HI • D
Sponsored 4/24/2025
Rep. Vindman, Eugene Simon [D-VA-7]
VA • D
Sponsored 10/14/2025
Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
DC • D
Sponsored 5/21/2026
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
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