Category Archives: Legislation

California Mulls Adding Deposit to Wine, Spirit Bottles

Posted on July 20, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

The deposit would be 10 cents a bottle.  Consumers can get their dime back if they return their bottle.  According to the Center for Environmental Studies at San Jose State University, California’s container recycling rate is 75%. The deposit tax … Continue reading →

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WSWA ‘Disappointed’ Uniform Laws Panel Took Up Direct Shipping Issue

Posted on July 15, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America said it was “disappointed” the Uniform Laws Commission took up the issue of direct shipping of alcohol beverages.  But, it added, it “appreciated the efforts the ULC has taken to provide state lawmakers with … Continue reading →

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Wine Groups Vow to Fight Just-Passed Model Act on Direct Shipping

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

It may not be war, but Wine Institute and WineAmerica have vowed to “actively oppose” a proposed law that would significantly tighten direct shipping of alcohol beverages. And it may be unconstitutional, National Association of Wine Retailers (NAWR) warned. The Model … Continue reading →

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Does the Supreme Court’s EPA Decision Put TTB’s Regulations at Risk?

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

There’s an ancient Chinese curse: “May you live in interesting times.”  That thought occurred to us as we contemplated yesterday’s  Supreme Court decision striking down a proposed regulation would have drastically reduced the use of coal in power plants. The … Continue reading →

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House OKs Renewal of STOP Underage Drinking Act

Posted on June 23, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

The House passed and sent to the Senate the “Sober Truth on Preventing (STOP) Underage Drinking Act.”  It’s part of a legislative package authorizing over 30 priorities.  If signed into law, the STOP Act would be authorized through 2027. National … Continue reading →

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Penna. Panel Clears Liquor Privatization Bill

Posted on June 20, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

The Pennsylvania House Liquor Control Committee approved an amendment to the State Constitution banning the commonwealth from making or selling liquor.  If the bill passes the legislature, it will go to the voters after at least a three-month wait.   If … Continue reading →

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