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119th Congress
Independent · Nonpartisan · Reader-supported
HOUSEH.R. 8358· 119th Congress

Renew Breast Cancer Research Stamp Program

Breast Cancer Research Stamp Reauthorization Act of 2026

Sponsor
Beth Van Duyne (R-TX)
Introduced
Apr 16, 2026
Last Action
Apr 16, 2026
Passage
62%
Introduced
Apr 16, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Reauthorizes a commemorative postage stamp that funds breast cancer research through dedicated postal revenue.
  • Extends an expiring program allowing USPS to issue stamps earmarked for cancer research donations.
  • Likely specifies which research organizations receive funding and for how long the program continues.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Breast cancer researchers and nonprofits lose funding if the stamp program lapses; this keeps money flowing.
  • Postal customers who buy these stamps voluntarily contribute to research without tax dollars increasing.
  • Program continuation affects ongoing clinical trials and prevention studies that depend on this revenue stream.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill introduced April 16 and referred to three committees (Oversight, Energy/Commerce, Armed Services) — early stage with no timeline set.
  • Committees will review jurisdiction questions before advancing; passage typically takes months for non-controversial health programs.
  • Track updates at Congress.gov or contact your representative to express support or concerns.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Apr 16, 2026Referred 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.
  • Apr 16, 2026Referred 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.
  • Apr 16, 2026Referred 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.
  • Apr 16, 2026Introduced in House
  • Apr 16, 2026Introduced in House