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Bilirakis Honors POW, MIA Servicemembers

September 18, 2015

Today, on this National Prisoner of War, Missing in Action Day, Congressman Bilirakis introduced H.R. 3558. This legislation will create a forever stamp depicting the National League of Families POW/MIA flag.

"I am constantly in awe of the sacrifices made on behalf of our great country by the men and women who have worn the uniform of our Armed Services," said Bilirakis. "Tragically, according to the Department of Defense, more than 83,000 servicemembers remain missing since World War II. These individuals represent a unique segment of the men and women who serve or have served in the Armed Forces – men and women who are missing or captured, unable to come home."

"This bill will help demonstrate our nation's gratitude to this special segment of heroes, both past and present. I am forever grateful for their service."

As the name suggests, Forever Stamps can be used to mail a letter regardless of when the stamps are purchased or used and no matter how prices may change in the future. The National League of Families POW/MIA flag stands as a powerful symbol of America's determination to account for US personnel still missing and unaccounted for. This will forever serve as a reminder to honor these servicemembers.