Category Archives: Legislation

Minn. Considers Loosening Liquor Laws

Posted on May 12, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Minnesota lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow breweries that produce up to 150,000 barrels to offer and fill growlers.  It would accommodate the state’s largest craft brewers and would also allow some craft brewers to sell cans to … Continue reading →

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Kansas Fairgoers Will Be Able to Drink Beer, Wine

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Under a new law signed by Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly, attendees at the Kansas State Fair will be able to consume beer and wine throughout the fairgrounds.  The measure also permits distilled spirits. Fair officials say they haven’t determined whether … Continue reading →

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At NBWA’S Leg Conference, Liquor is Topic No. 1

Posted on April 4, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Liquor is the enemy. That’s the clear message given 550 members of the National Beer Wholesalers Association who gathered at the Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill Hotel in Washington Monday (4/4) for NBWA’s first legislative conference after Covid-19 forced cancellation of … Continue reading →

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TTB Focused on Executive Order on Competition, Added Mission

Posted on April 4, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Alcohol & Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau is focused on responding to President Biden’s recent executive order on promoting competition, David M. Wulf, deputy administrator, told National Beer Wholesaler Association‘s legislative conference.  “The fact alcohol is mentioned is a recognition of the … Continue reading →

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Virginia Extends Cocktails-to-Go to July 2024

Posted on April 4, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) signed HB 426 and SB 254, extending cocktails to-go until July 1, 2024. Cocktails to-go provide increased support for hospitality businesses struggling to rebound from the harsh economic impacts of COVID-19. Eighteen states and the … Continue reading →

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Napa County Eases Requirements for Micro Wineries

Posted on March 23, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

A new ordinance allows Napa Valley Winegrape growers to build a “micro winery” and sell its product at their family farms. The new ordinance requires micro wineries to ferment at least 201 gallons of wine with estate-grown fruit every year. … Continue reading →

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