WASHINGTON - A new federal website to request free COVID-19 test kits -- originally scheduled to launch Wednesday -- is online now.Americans can request free COVID-19 test kits -- four per address -- at COVIDTESTS.GOV. The tests are free from the U.S.
government and the first shipments are set to go out by the end of January. Here's what you need to know:Download the FOX 5 DC News App for Local Breaking News and WeatherSUBSCRIBE TO FOX 5 DC ON YOUTUBEFree At-Home COVID-19 Tests (USPS) HOW CAN I REQUEST A FREE TEST?GET FREE AT-HOME COVID-19 TESTS AT COVIDTESTS.GOVStarting Tuesday, Jan.
18, free tests can be ordered at covidtests.gov. The first tests will ship by the end of January. The White House says "tests will typically ship within 7-12 days of ordering" through the U.S.
Postal Service. USPS reports shipping times of 1-3 days for its first-class package service in the continental United States.