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Alcohol Shipping via USPS: New Rules and Opportunities

This bill aims to allow the United States Postal Service to ship alcoholic beverages. Citizens will be able to receive alcohol directly to their homes, provided specific requirements are met, such as age verification and compliance with local laws. This could make alcoholic products more accessible, especially for those in remote areas.
Key points
USPS will be allowed to ship alcohol, which was previously prohibited.
Recipients must be at least 21 years old and show ID upon delivery.
Alcohol shipping will only be permitted from registered businesses, not for resale.
State, local, and Tribal laws regarding alcohol sales and deliveries remain in effect.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3721
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Process start date: 2023-05-25
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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 118_HR_3721.

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 2023-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • USPS will be allowed to ship alcohol, which was previously prohibited.
  • Recipients must be at least 21 years old and show ID upon delivery.
  • Alcohol shipping will only be permitted from registered businesses, not for resale.
  • State, local, and Tribal laws regarding alcohol sales and deliveries remain in effect.
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. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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