Bill > SB1355

This bill establishes new regulations for liquor sales between distillers/rectifiers and wholesalers in Texas, focusing on credit and payment terms. The bill requires distillers and rectifiers to provide a written invoice when selling liquor to wholesalers, and allows wholesalers to pay according to the terms of a mutually agreed-upon contract or written agreement. If a wholesaler becomes delinquent in payment—defined as failing to pay by the agreed-upon date and not responding to a demand for payment—the distiller or rectifier can report this to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC). The bill makes such delinquency a violation that could result in disciplinary action against the wholesaler, with the commission considering factors like the length of delinquency, payment amount, previous violations, and the wholesaler's financial resources when determining penalties. The TABC is also required to adopt rules for implementing these provisions, including guidelines for submitting supporting documentation. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and aims to create more structured and accountable transactions between liquor producers and distributors.

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https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=SB1355