Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee, as an entity of the United States Postal Service, should issue a commemorative stamp in honor of Charity Adams Earley.

Bill Number: HRES 1077|Origin Chamber: House|Status: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.|Policy Area: Government Operations and Politics

TL;DR

What

Asks Postal Service to create a stamp for Charity Adams Earley.

Who

Sponsored by Rep. Beatty (D-OH) and 23 others.

Status

Introduced in the House.

This resolution expresses the House's opinion that the U.S. Postal Service should issue a commemorative stamp for Lieutenant Colonel Charity Adams Earley. The sponsor, Representative Joyce Beatty, a Democrat from Ohio, introduced it along with 23 other representatives. It has been referred to a committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House.

Cosponsors

No cosponsors found.

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Introduced Feb 25, 2026

The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 25, 2026, and sent to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. For it to progress, the committee would typically consider it, and then the full House would vote on it. As a House Resolution, it reflects the House's stance and does not require Senate approval or the President's signature to be effective as an internal statement of the House.

If This Passes, You Might Notice

•The Postal Service might consider issuing a stamp honoring Charity Adams Earley.
•Increased public awareness about a significant historical figure.
•A new collectible stamp could become available for purchase.

If the House passes this resolution, it would formally express the sentiment that the U.S. Postal Service should honor Charity Adams Earley. This could lead to the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee reviewing and potentially recommending the creation of a commemorative stamp. Such a stamp would serve to educate the public about her contributions as a pioneering Black woman in the military and provide a new item for stamp collectors.

The Debate

Supporters Say

Supporters believe a commemorative stamp would properly recognize Lieutenant Colonel Charity Adams Earley's groundbreaking military service and leadership.

Critics Say

The resolution itself does not outline any opposition to honoring Charity Adams Earley with a stamp.