Washington Republican Congressman Dan Newhouse joined Democrat Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia to introduced the USPS Shipping Equity Act that would allow the United States Postal Service to ship alcoholic beverages to consumers.  The legislation allows the USPS to ship directly from licensed producers and retailers to consumers over the age of 21, in accordance with state and local laws at the delivery location.  The two legislators believe it levels the playing field and increases consumer and manufacturer choice while bringing in millions of dollars in revenue per year.  Newhouse says while other carriers deliver alcohol, current law prohibits the United States Postal Service from doing so.  He adds the legislation supports small craft breweries and wineries in rural areas like Central Washington and offers new opportunities for market access through the USPS.  The legislation is supported by industry partners including the American Craft Spirits Association and the National Rural Letter Carriers Association.