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August 14, 2025

Public Invited to Vote in USPS Encore Stamp Campaign

Help Choose Iconic Stamps in a Special Reissue Collection

USPS Stamp Encore Voting Open Now

MILWAUKEE, WI — The U.S. Postal Service is giving the public a voice in shaping stamp history through the launch of the Encore Stamp Voting Period, a nationwide initiative inviting Americans to vote for their favorite previously issued stamps to be re-released in a special collection.

Through September 30, 2025, stamp enthusiasts, collectors, and the general public can cast their votes online at stampsforever.com/vote. Voters can choose from a curated list of 25 iconic designs that span themes from American history and popular culture to natural wonders and artistic achievements.

“This is a celebration of the stamps that captured the hearts and imaginations of the public,” said Milwaukee Postmaster Georgann Wright. “From the timeless beauty of American landscapes to the cultural icons who shaped our nation, the Encore Stamp Collection will honor the designs that left a lasting impression.”

The top five stamps selected by the public will be reissued as Forever® stamps in a limited-edition Encore Collection, scheduled for release in 2026.

How to Vote:

  • Visit stampsforever.com/vote
  • Review the stamp nominees
  • Select your top five favorites
  • Submit your vote by 11:59 p.m. ET on September 30, 2025.

The winning stamp pane will be announced during the Boston 2026 World Expo in May 2026. There are no limits on participation – vote to your heart’s desire!

The Encore Stamp campaign highlights the Postal Service’s long-standing role in celebrating the nation’s heritage, culture, and milestones through artistic stamp designs. This first-ever public vote reflects USPS’s continued commitment to engaging with the American people in meaningful and creative ways

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U.S. Postal Service Celebrates 250 Years

The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to more than 170 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is celebrating its 250th year of service to customers amidst a network modernization plan aimed at restoring long-term financial sustainability, improving service, and maintaining the organization as one of America’s most valued and trusted brands.

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

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