Bill > HB1507

This bill modifies Missouri's laws regarding the direct shipping of alcoholic beverages by expanding the types of alcoholic beverages that can be directly shipped to consumers and establishing comprehensive regulations for such shipments. The bill broadens the definition of "alcoholic beverage" to include a wide range of drinks like wine, beer, spirits, and liqueurs, and creates a new "alcoholic beverage direct shipper license" that allows manufacturers to ship directly to residents who are 21 or older. Manufacturers can ship up to nine liters of distilled alcohol or eighteen liters of undistilled alcohol per consumer per month, with strict requirements including obtaining a special license, ensuring proper labeling, reporting shipments, and paying applicable excise taxes. The bill also establishes regulations for carriers delivering these shipments, mandating age verification, signature upon delivery, and record-keeping. Additionally, the bill allows for reciprocal shipping arrangements with other states that provide similar privileges to Missouri licensees, while prohibiting in-state brokers from soliciting interstate alcohol shipments. The legislation aims to provide more flexibility for alcohol manufacturers while maintaining consumer safety and regulatory oversight.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1507&year=2025&code=R