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FL S0046

Craft Distilleries


summary

Introduced
12/18/2020
In Committee
04/08/2021
Crossed Over
03/25/2021
Passed
04/15/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
07/06/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Authorizing craft distilleries to be licensed as specified vendors under certain circumstances; requiring certain alcoholic beverages to be obtained through a licensed distributor that meets specified criteria; prohibiting a distillery from operating as a craft distillery until certain requirements are met; authorizing persons to have common ownership in craft distilleries under certain circumstances; requiring a minimum percentage of a craft distillery's total finished branded products to be distilled in this state and contain one or more Florida agricultural products, etc.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes craft distilleries in Florida to be licensed as specified vendors, allowing them to sell alcoholic beverages manufactured by other manufacturers and acquired through a licensed distributor for consumption on the premises of a "destination entertainment venue." The bill also sets certain requirements for craft distilleries, such as a minimum production amount, a minimum percentage of Florida-based ingredients, and restrictions on common ownership. Additionally, the bill allows craft distilleries to conduct tastings and sales of their own distilled spirits at various events in the state.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (2)

Other Sponsors (2)

Commerce and Tourism (S), Regulated Industries (S)

Last Action

Chapter No. 2021-166 (on 07/06/2021)

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