Bill > AB1287

This bill modifies existing alcoholic beverage regulations by making several key changes to how beer can be labeled and sold, particularly for temporary licensing situations. Specifically, the bill amends Section 25206 of the Business and Professions Code to expand and clarify rules around beer dispensing and labeling. Under the new provisions, licensees (businesses with alcohol sales permits) are prohibited from identifying one product to consumers and then selling a different product, which aims to prevent consumer fraud. The bill also requires draught beer to have proper brand-identified tap signs and maintains the department's authority to seize improperly labeled beer. Notably, the bill creates an exception for temporary beer licenses issued for special events, exempting these temporary event licenses from the strict labeling and display requirements that apply to regular alcohol retailers. This change provides more flexibility for temporary beer sales at events like festivals, fairs, or fundraisers while still maintaining consumer protection standards.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

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