This press release was issued today:

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 /PRNewswire/ — The U.S. Postal Service will re-issue
the Purple Heart stamp, which was originally issued on May 30, 2003, to honor
the sacrifice of members of the United State military services who have been
killed or wounded in action.
The Purple Heart stamp is a unique stamp subject depicting a military
medal that recognizes the sacrifice of men and women who shed their blood in
the defense of the country.
“At a time when our military service members continue to serve in
Afghanistan and Iraq, it is appropriate that the Purple Heart stamp be
reissued at the new First-Class rate,” the Postal Service said.
On January 8, 2006, the price of First-Class postage increased to 39
cents. The specific date for the issue of the 39-cent Purple Heart stamp will
be announced shortly. Until the new stamp is available, the current 37-cent
Purple Heart stamp will remain on sale at Post Offices, online at the Postal
Store at http://www.usps.com/shop, through the USA Philatelic catalog and by
calling toll free 1-800-STAMP-24.