Breast Cancer Research Stamp Reauthorization Act of 2026

Bill Number

H.R. 8358

Origin Chamber

House

Congress

119th Congress, Session 2

Policy Area

Health

Status

Introduced

Latest Action

2026-04-16: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Armed Services, 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.

Last Updated

2026-07-06T22:06:15Z

AI-Generated Summary

Summary of H.R. 8358: Breast Cancer Research Stamp Reauthorization Act of 2026

Purpose

This legislation aims to continue the United States Postal Service's ability to sell a special stamp where part of the cost supports breast cancer research, by extending the program's end date.

Key Provisions

• The bill amends Section 414(h) of title 39, United States Code.
• It changes the current expiration year from 2027 to 2037.
• This allows the Postal Service to keep issuing the semipostal stamp (a stamp sold above standard postage rates, with the extra amount directed to research) for an additional 10 years.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The primary change extends an existing authority that was set to end in 2027, pushing the cutoff to 2037.
• No other modifications to the underlying statute are made.

Potential Impacts

• Government agencies: The Postal Service may continue operations related to stamp design, sales, and fund transfers for research.
• Citizens: Individuals purchasing the stamp would continue contributing to breast cancer research through higher postage costs.
• International relations: No direct effects are outlined in the bill.
• Overall, the measure supports ongoing research funding without creating new programs or requirements.

Main Stakeholders Affected

• The United States Postal Service, responsible for issuing and managing the stamp.
• Organizations and researchers focused on breast cancer studies that receive the generated funds.
• Members of Congress who introduced or referred the bill.
• The public, particularly stamp collectors and mail users who may opt to purchase the semipostal.
• Committees involved in review, including Oversight and Government Reform, Energy and Commerce, and Armed Services.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

• The bill represents a routine extension of an established program with no apparent constitutional challenges or major shifts in legal authority.
• It maintains the semipostal framework under existing postal law without introducing new regulatory or enforcement mechanisms.

This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.

Sponsor

Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24]

Cosponsors (10)

Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25], Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1], Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7], Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-8], Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6], Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9], Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2], Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7], Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2], Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1]

Recent Actions

• 2026-04-16: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Armed Services, 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.
• 2026-04-16: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Armed Services, 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.
• 2026-04-16: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Armed Services, 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.
• 2026-04-16: Introduced in House
• 2026-04-16: Introduced in House

Bill Versions

• Breast Cancer Research Stamp Reauthorization Act of 2026 — issued 2026-04-16 — PDF (2 pages)