United States Postal Service Shipping Equity Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the United States Postal Service Shipping Equity Act, would allow the United States Postal Service to mail alcoholic beverages. It amends existing laws to specifically permit this, subject to certain regulations and requirements. The Postal Service would need to establish rules for direct delivery, require delivery recipients to be 21 or older and present identification, and ensure compliance with state alcohol beverage laws. The bill also establishes a registration process for covered entities and clarifies liability for violations.
Key provisions
- Allows the USPS to mail alcoholic beverages.
- Modifies Title 18 U.S.C. to include alcoholic beverages in mailable articles.
- Amends Title 39 U.S.C. to establish regulations for the mailing of alcoholic beverages.
- Requires delivery recipients to be 21 or older and present identification.
- Establishes a registration process for covered entities.
- Requires prepayment of state alcohol beverage taxes.
- Clarifies that state, local, and tribal laws regarding alcohol remain in effect.
- Designates federal courts as the venue for lawsuits against the USPS regarding alcohol shipping violations.
Who is affected
- United States Postal Service
- Alcoholic beverage manufacturers and distributors
- State and local governments (regarding alcohol regulation)
- Consumers of alcoholic beverages
- Federal Alcohol Administration Act entities
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