Bayard Rustin Stamp Act

This bill mandates the Postmaster General to issue a forever stamp featuring Bayard Rustin , a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement. The stamp is intended to honor his enduring legacy and contributions to social justice. A forever stamp is defined as a definitive stamp that covers first-class mail up to one ounce and retains its full validity even if postage rates increase, with issuance planned as soon as practicable after the bill becomes law. The legislation includes findings highlighting Rustin's significant historical impact, including his advocacy for nonviolence and his role in the 1947 Journey to Reconciliation . He was a key advisor to Martin Luther King, Jr. and is most notably recognized as the chief organizer of the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom . Beyond civil rights, Rustin also championed LGBTQ+ rights and workers' rights , co-founding the A. Philip Randolph Institute, demonstrating a lifelong commitment to promoting social good.