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NE LB478
NE LB478Provide for an auction permit and a wholesalers shipping license and change other provisions of the Nebraska Liquor Control Act
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Introduced
01/21/2025
01/21/2025
In Committee
01/23/2025
01/23/2025
Crossed Over
03/03/2025
03/03/2025
Passed
04/03/2025
04/03/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/08/2025
04/08/2025
Introduced Session
109th Legislature
Bill Summary
A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to the Nebraska Liquor Control Act; to amend sections 53-123.15, 53-124, 53-124.01, 53-130, 53-134, 53-162, and 53-304, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 53-101, 53-131.01, and 53-165.01, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024; to provide for an auction permit for the sale of alcoholic liquor at auction and for a wholesalers shipping license as prescribed; to change provisions relating to licenses issued by the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission, the method of notice for local governing body hearings related to licenses issued by the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission, and obligations of the primary source of supply for alcoholic liquor; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original sections.
AI Summary
This bill introduces several changes to Nebraska's liquor control regulations. First, it creates a new auction permit that allows auction houses to sell alcoholic liquor under specific conditions, such as selling liquor from closed retailers or private collections. The bill also adds a new type of shipping license for wholesalers located outside Nebraska who want to ship alcoholic liquor to licensed Nebraska wholesalers. The legislation modifies several existing licensing provisions, including updating the number of shipping license types and adjusting reporting requirements for primary sources of supply for alcoholic liquor. Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to various sections of the Nebraska Liquor Control Act, such as updating cross-references and clarifying language around license applications and renewals. The changes aim to provide more flexibility for liquor businesses while maintaining regulatory oversight, including requiring notification to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission about auctions, shipments, and brand distributions. The bill also updates fee structures and reporting requirements for different types of liquor-related businesses and licenses.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
General Affairs Committee (Unicameral)
Last Action
Approved by Governor on April 7, 2025 (on 04/08/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/bills/view_bill.php?DocumentID=59732 |
| BillText | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/Slip/LB478.pdf |
| BillText | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/Engrossed/LB478.pdf |
| BillText | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/Final/LB478.pdf |
| Analysis - Committee Statement | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/CS/LB478.pdf |
| Fiscal Note for LB478 | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/FN/LB478_20250131-124008.pdf |
| Analysis - Statement of Intent | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/SI/LB478.pdf |
| BillText | https://nebraskalegislature.gov/FloorDocs/109/PDF/Intro/LB478.pdf |
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