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S.572: Perpetual Purple Heart Stamp Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced March 11, 2009
- Latest Major Action April 23, 2009
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
17 (13 Democrats, 5 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Perpetual Purple Heart Stamp Act - Directs the Postmaster General to provide for the issuance of a forever stamp (a stamp that meets first-class postage requirements even if postage rates increase) to honor the sacrifices of the men and women of the Armed Forces who have been awarded the Purple Heart.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International Security.
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| March 11, 2009 |
Introduced in the Senate by Jim Webb (D-Va.) |