Bill > H0276

This bill amends existing Idaho law regarding brewers' licenses to provide more clarity and consistency for in-state and out-of-state brewers, particularly those producing fewer than 30,000 barrels of beer annually. The bill expands definitions to explicitly include brewers operating both inside and outside of Idaho, and modifies licensing requirements to ensure that out-of-state brewers are subject to the same regulations as in-state brewers. Key provisions include allowing out-of-state brewers to obtain retail licenses and act as wholesalers for their own products, but with the requirement that they maintain a physical warehouse in Idaho. The legislation aims to create a level playing field for small brewers while also ensuring regulatory oversight, product safety, and the ability of state agencies to inspect and monitor beer production and distribution. The bill emphasizes the importance of having a physical presence in the state for accountability, inspection, and market regulation purposes, and is designed to comply with the dormant commerce clause of the U.S. Constitution by treating in-state and out-of-state brewers equitably.

Government Affairs

State Affairs Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0276/