The resolution introduced by Senator Ingram and co-sponsored by several other senators recognizes the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States Postal Service (USPS), which was established on July 26, 1775, by the Second Continental Congress. It highlights the USPS's critical role in facilitating communication during the American Revolution and its evolution from 75 post offices in the original 13 colonies to over 30,000 locations nationwide. The resolution emphasizes the USPS's significance in American history, its embodiment of innovation and resilience, and its status as an independent federal agency since 1971, providing universal access to mail and package delivery services.
In celebration of this milestone, the resolution calls upon the members of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio to honor the contributions of USPS employees and encourages the public to participate in the celebration by engaging with the postal service, such as writing letters or purchasing stamps. Additionally, it mandates that authenticated copies of the resolution be sent to various government officials, including the Postmaster General and members of the Ohio Congressional delegation, to further acknowledge this historic occasion.