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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
04/27/2023
04/27/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to expand the sale of products by farmer breweries. Environment and Natural Resources.
AI Summary
This bill aims to expand the sale of products by farmer breweries and pub brewers in Massachusetts. It amends the state's liquor laws to allow local licensing authorities to issue special licenses to farmer wineries, farmer breweries, and pub breweries to sell their products at indoor or outdoor agricultural events, such as farmers' markets or agricultural fairs. The bill specifies the requirements for obtaining these special licenses, including submitting a plan to the Department of Agricultural Resources to demonstrate that the event qualifies as an agricultural event. The bill also sets limits on the types and quantities of samples that can be provided to customers at these events.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (15)
Jamie Eldridge (D)*,
Mike Barrett (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Mindy Domb (D),
Anne Gobi (D),
Adam Gómez (D),
John Keenan (D),
Paul Mark (D),
Smitty Pignatelli (D),
Adrianne Ramos (D),
Adam Scanlon (D),
Dan Sena (D),
Priscila Sousa (D),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Erika Uyterhoeven (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2629 (on 04/01/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S478 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S478.pdf |
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