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Easier Shipping of Care Packages to Troops: Relief from Tariffs and Red Tape.

This law removes customs and postal barriers that hindered non-profit organizations from sending essential comfort and morale packages to US troops stationed overseas. By treating these humanitarian shipments as domestic mail, the changes aim to reduce costs, eliminate delays, and ensure donations reach service members faster. This directly supports citizens' efforts to aid deployed personnel.
Key points
Qualified non-profit organizations sending care packages to military addresses are exempt from tariffs and duties.
Complex reporting requirements, such as detailed Harmonized System codes and country-of-origin data, are eliminated for these humanitarian shipments.
The USPS must treat these packages as domestic mail for customs and rate purposes, simplifying the donation process for citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6216
Sponsor: Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Support Our Troops Shipping Relief Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6216.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Qualified non-profit organizations sending care packages to military addresses are exempt from tariffs and duties.
  • Complex reporting requirements, such as detailed Harmonized System codes and country-of-origin data, are eliminated for these humanitarian shipments.
  • The USPS must treat these packages as domestic mail for customs and rate purposes, simplifying the donation process for citizens.
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. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6].

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 2025-12-23.

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