Bill > HB1373

This bill establishes a legal framework for direct shipment of beer and distilled spirits by manufacturers within Hawaii, allowing licensees with a general excise tax license and either a Hawaii manufacturing license or an out-of-state manufacturing license to obtain a direct beer and distilled spirits shipper permit from the county liquor commission. Permit holders can ship beer and distilled spirits directly to individuals who are 21 years or older for personal use, with several key requirements: shipments must be in containers labeled with an alcohol warning, carriers must obtain an age-verified signature upon delivery, manufacturers must report annual shipments to each county's liquor commission by January 31, pay all applicable taxes, and be subject to county audits. The bill prohibits direct shipment without a valid permit, making such an act a misdemeanor, and requires each county's liquor commission to adopt rules implementing these provisions. The legislation defines "distilled spirits" and "beer" according to existing state law, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing a clear regulatory pathway for manufacturers to directly ship alcoholic beverages to consumers within Hawaii.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1373&year=2026