Bills · HR 704
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 704Environmental Protection
To provide for the issuance of a Manatee Semipostal Stamp.
INTRO JAN 23· LAST ACTION JAN 23
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it creates a simple, accessible way for everyday Americans to contribute directly to wildlife conservation efforts through a common purchase. If passed, buying a stamp would do more than just send mail; it would also channel funds toward protecting an iconic marine mammal and its environment.
If this bill becomes law, it establishes a dedicated funding stream for manatee conservation that relies on voluntary public contributions rather than direct taxpayer appropriations. If it doesn't pass, this specific method of public fundraising for manatee protection would not be implemented, potentially missing an opportunity for both financial support and increased public awareness.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the U.S. Postal Service to issue a 'Manatee Semipostal Stamp.'
This creates a new specific product whose sale supports a particular cause.
PROVISION 02
All funds generated from the sale of the Manatee Semipostal Stamp must be transferred to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
This ensures that the extra money collected directly supports manatee conservation efforts.
PROVISION 03
The funds transferred to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are specifically for conserving manatees and their habitat in the United States.
This specifies the exact purpose of the funds, ensuring they go to the intended cause.
PROVISION 04
The Manatee Semipostal Stamp must be available for public sale for a period of at least 2 years, beginning no later than 12 months after the bill becomes law.
This sets a clear timeframe for the stamp's availability and the start of the fundraising effort.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 23
Introduced in House
JAN 23
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.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 704
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 23, 2025
Last actionJan 23, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 23, 2025
House BillHR 704Environmental Protection
To provide for the issuance of a Manatee Semipostal Stamp.
INTRODUCED JAN 23, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 23, 2025
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