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US Postal Service: New Rules for Shipping Alcoholic Beverages

This act aims to allow the United States Postal Service to ship alcoholic beverages. This means citizens could receive alcohol by mail, provided specific requirements are met, such as age verification and non-commercial use. Importantly, state and local alcohol laws will still apply.
Key points
The USPS will be authorized to mail alcoholic beverages, potentially making delivery easier.
Recipients must be at least 21 years old and show valid ID upon delivery.
Alcohol shipped via mail cannot be for resale or commercial purposes.
State, local, and Tribal laws regarding alcohol sales and delivery remain unaffected.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3287
Sponsor: Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14]
Process start date: 2021-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

United States Postal Service Shipping Equity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3287.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The USPS will be authorized to mail alcoholic beverages, potentially making delivery easier.
  • Recipients must be at least 21 years old and show valid ID upon delivery.
  • Alcohol shipped via mail cannot be for resale or commercial purposes.
  • State, local, and Tribal laws regarding alcohol sales and delivery remain unaffected.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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