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PA SB1032
PA SB1032In distilleries, wineries, bonded warehouses, bailees for hire and transporters for hire, further providing for limited wineries.
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Introduced
10/03/2025
10/03/2025
In Committee
10/03/2025
10/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), entitled "An act relating to alcoholic liquors, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto; regulating and restricting the manufacture, purchase, sale, possession, consumption, importation, transportation, furnishing, holding in bond, holding in storage, traffic in and use of alcoholic liquors, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages and the persons engaged or employed therein; defining the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board; providing for the establishment and operation of State liquor stores, for the payment of certain license fees to the respective municipalities and townships, for the abatement of certain nuisances and, in certain cases, for search and seizure without warrant; prescribing penalties and forfeitures; providing for local option, and repealing existing laws," in distilleries, wineries, bonded warehouses, bailees for hire and transporters for hire, further providing for limited wineries.
AI Summary
This bill amends Pennsylvania's Liquor Code to expand regulations for limited wineries' off-premises wine catering permits. Specifically, the bill allows limited wineries to obtain up to three off-premises wine catering permits for use in BYOB (bring your own beverage) restaurants, subject to several detailed restrictions. These restrictions include paying a $500 initial and annual permit fee, serving alcohol only between noon and 9 PM, ensuring all servers are certified in responsible alcohol management, prohibiting patrons from removing alcohol from the permitted location, and requiring written notice to local police and enforcement bureaus at least 14 days before an event. The bill defines a BYOB restaurant as an unlicensed dining establishment with a valid health permit that allows patrons 21 and older to bring their own alcoholic beverages. The permits are subject to board approval and can be denied or revoked for various reasons, such as previous violations or pending licensing issues. The bill aims to promote tourism and provide additional opportunities for limited wineries to sell and serve wine in partnership with local restaurants, with strict oversight from the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. The legislation will take effect 60 days after its enactment.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to Law & Justice (on 10/03/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/sb1032 |
| BillText | https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/text/PDF/2025/0/SB1032/PN1197 |
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