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Fair Shipping Prices for Alaska, Hawaii, and US Territories

This act aims to ensure that residents of Alaska, Hawaii, and other US territories do not pay higher shipping fees than those living in the contiguous United States. Private shipping companies will be prohibited from excluding these areas from their services or charging them higher rates. This is intended to reduce the cost of everyday purchases for residents in these regions.
Key points
Prohibition on higher fees: Private shipping services cannot charge more for shipping products to Alaska, Hawaii, and US territories than to the contiguous US.
No exclusion: Shipping companies cannot refuse to ship to these areas or exclude them from their shipping policies.
Exemptions: The United States Postal Service (USPS) is exempt from these rules, as are products valued over $10,000.
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Print number: 118_HR_4700
Sponsor: Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]
Process start date: 2023-07-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fair Shipping for Non-Contiguous Areas Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4700.

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 2023-07-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibition on higher fees: Private shipping services cannot charge more for shipping products to Alaska, Hawaii, and US territories than to the contiguous US.
  • No exclusion: Shipping companies cannot refuse to ship to these areas or exclude them from their shipping policies.
  • Exemptions: The United States Postal Service (USPS) is exempt from these rules, as are products valued over $10,000.
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. Case, Ed [D-HI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E705)

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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