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Fair Shipping Prices for Alaska, Hawaii, and US Territories

This bill aims to ensure that residents of Alaska, Hawaii, and other U.S. territories do not pay higher shipping fees than those in the contiguous United States. This means shipping services cannot charge extra or refuse delivery to these areas, potentially lowering costs for goods and improving access for many citizens.
Key points
No higher shipping fees: Shipping services cannot charge more for products sent to Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. territories than to the contiguous U.S.
No exclusion of areas: Shipping services cannot refuse to ship to these areas or exclude them from their shipping policies.
Exemption for high-value items: Products valued over $10,000 are exempt from these rules.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_380
Sponsor: Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]
Process start date: 2025-01-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Affordable Shipping for All Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_380.

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 2025-01-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No higher shipping fees: Shipping services cannot charge more for products sent to Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. territories than to the contiguous U.S.
  • No exclusion of areas: Shipping services cannot refuse to ship to these areas or exclude them from their shipping policies.
  • Exemption for high-value items: Products valued over $10,000 are exempt from these rules.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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Transport Economy