This Senate resolution commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States postal service, which was founded by the Second Continental Congress on July 26, 1775, to enable secure communication during the American Revolution. The resolution honors the historic significance of the postal service and recognizes the men and women who have served as postal employees over the past two and a half centuries. It celebrates how the postal service has grown from 75 post offices in the original colonies to more than 30,000 locations nationwide, now delivering mail and packages six days a week to over 168 million delivery points. The resolution encourages all Americans to join the anniversary celebration by writing letters, buying stamps, or recognizing postal workers. As a commemorative resolution, it requires no funding and simply expresses the Senate's recognition of this milestone in American history.
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