Maybe we all need to send emails to verizonmessages at verizonwireless.com to report this issue and get someones attention. I've sent them emails on other bug issues and got this included in the response:

"When submitting a bug report, please describe the problem, including the steps to reproduce it. If possible, send us a screenshot showing related error messages or demonstrating your problem. Please include the following information (for each impacted device) in your e-mail:
Device Manufacturer
Model Number (Home Screen > Device Settings > About)
Build/Firmware Number (Home Screen > Device Settings > About)
Version of Verizon Messages (Menu > More > About)

Thanks for using Verizon Messages!

The Verizon Messages Team"