Stamp Out Invasive Species Act

This bill would create a special U.S. postage stamp that costs a little more than a regular stamp. The extra money would help fight invasive plants and animals that harm local ecosystems and communities. The Postal Service would sell this “semipostal” stamp for two years, and the added funds would be split evenly between the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture to support programs that combat invasive species. Congress notes that invasive species seriously damage native wildlife and cause economic harm, which is why this fundraising stamp is proposed.

• Who is affected: Postal customers; the Postal Service; Interior and Agriculture programs that fight invasive species.
• What changes: A special fundraising stamp would be issued; the extra cost on the stamp could be up to 25% above normal postage; proceeds would be split equally between Interior and Agriculture and paid out at least twice a year.
• When: The stamp must go on sale within one year after the law takes effect and would be available for two years.