Bill > HB2003

This bill amends the Alcoholic Beverage Code to allow for the direct shipment of certain alcoholic beverages, including distilled spirits and malt beverages, from out-of-state producers directly to Texas consumers, including those in dry areas. The bill creates new permits and licenses for out-of-state distilleries and breweries to facilitate this direct-to-consumer shipping, and also expands the ability of in-state producers and retailers to deliver alcoholic beverages to consumers. The bill includes various requirements and limitations around these direct-to-consumer shipping activities, such as age verification, labeling, record-keeping, and tax payment obligations. The bill also creates criminal penalties for unlawful shipping of alcoholic beverages into Texas without the proper permits or licenses.