In 1919, during the Prohibition period, alcohol was banned in the United States with the passage of the 18th Amendment to the United States Constitution. But in 1933 the 21st Amendment to the U.S. Constitution repealed the 18th Amendment, and gave states the power to enact their own laws regarding the production, distribution, and sale of alcohol.

Today, each state—and in some cases, each municipality or county—has its own regulations regarding the sale and shipment of all alcoholic beverages. When shipping alcohol across state borders, both the law of the state from which the shipment is made and the law of the state in which it is received are relevant. And the commercial carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL only ship alcohol to and from licensed manufacturers, distributors, sellers, and importers.

In Nebraska, the regulation of alcohol is governed by the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission. The state has its own set of laws regarding the production, distribution, and sale of alcoholic beverages, which must be adhered to alongside federal regulations. For instance, direct shipment of alcohol to consumers in Nebraska is generally permitted, but there are specific licensing requirements and limitations that apply. Only licensed entities may ship alcohol directly to Nebraska consumers, and such shipments must be made by carriers that are authorized to ship alcohol. Additionally, the shippers must ensure that the recipient is of legal drinking age. Nebraska's laws also require that taxes and shipping reports are properly filed. It's important for businesses and consumers to be aware that both the laws of Nebraska and the laws of the state from which the alcohol is shipped will apply. Commercial carriers like UPS, FedEx, and DHL have their own policies and will typically only handle shipments from and to those who hold the appropriate alcohol licenses.