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.

House Resolution

H.Res. 1077

119th Congress

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.

In Committee

Introduced:Feb 25, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Joyce Beatty

D - OH

Cosponsors

0

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Summary

This resolution calls on the U.S. Postal Service to create a commemorative stamp honoring Charity Adams Earley, the first African American woman to be commissioned as an officer in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (later WAC) during World War II. She commanded the only all-Black female battalion to serve overseas during the war, leading the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion in Europe. The resolution recognizes her groundbreaking service and advocates for her legacy to be celebrated through this national honor.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Introduced2/25/2026

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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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.

This resolution calls on the U.S. Postal Service to create a commemorative stamp honoring Charity Adams Earley, the first African American woman to be commissioned as an officer in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (later WAC) during World War II. She commanded

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This resolution calls on the U.S. Postal Service to create a commemorative stamp honoring Charity Adams Earley, the first African American woman to be commissioned as an officer in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (later WAC) during World War II. She commanded the only all-Black female battalion to serve overseas during the war, leading the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion in Europe. The resolution recognizes her groundbreaking service and advocates for her legacy to be celebrated through this national honor.

Bill Number: 1077
Introduced: 2/25/2026
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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Title: 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: 1077
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Introduced: 2/25/2026
Summary: This resolution calls on the U.S. Postal Service to create a commemorative stamp honoring Charity Adams Earley, the first African American woman to be commissioned as an officer in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (later WAC) during World War II. She commanded the only all-Black female battalion to

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution calls on the U.S. Postal Service to create a commemorative stamp honoring Charity Adams Earley, the first African American woman to be commissioned as an officer in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (later WAC) during World War II. She commanded the only all-Black female battalion to serve overseas during the war, leading the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion in Europe. The resolution recognizes her groundbreaking service and advocates for her legacy to be celebrated through this national honor.

Last updated: 2/26/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Seeks to honor Charity Adams Earley, a trailblazing African American military officer who broke barriers during World War II
Earley commanded the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black women's unit to serve in Europe during WWII
A commemorative stamp would recognize her contributions to both military history and the advancement of women and African Americans in service
This is a non-binding resolution expressing Congress's support, not a law requiring action
Highlights lesser-known stories of Black women's contributions to American military history

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This resolution would primarily have symbolic and educational impact rather than direct policy changes. If the Postal Service acts on this recommendation, Americans would see Charity Adams Earley's image and story elevated in everyday life through mail, raising awareness about her historic achievements and the contributions of Black women in the military. The stamp would serve as a teaching tool and point of pride for communities that have historically been underrepresented in national commemorations.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

1077, 119th Congress (2026). "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.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hres-1077

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