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Introduced
01/05/2026
01/05/2026
In Committee
01/05/2026
01/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Alcoholic beverages and THC hemp extract. Establishes a direct beer seller's permit to allow a brewer to ship beer directly to a consumer. Allows liquor retailers and catering halls to purchase alcoholic beverages from a package liquor store. Allows a beer wholesaler to make credit sales. Allows a bar or restaurant (retailer) to deliver mixed drinks for carryout or delivery to a consumer's residence or office. Allows a wine wholesaler to offer a channel price to a retailer if certain conditions are met. Allows the alcohol and tobacco commission (commission) to deny an application for issuing, renewing, or transferring an alcoholic beverage permit (permit) for nonpayment of property taxes that the applicant is statutorily or contractually obligated to pay. Allows a retailer to operate a points based rewards program. Allows the commission to issue beer and wine dealer permits that are not subject to the quota. Allows a retailer, dealer, or craft manufacturer to deliver alcoholic beverages to a consumer's residence or office using a third party delivery service. Creates a third party delivery service permit and delivery driver permit. Imposes graduated civil penalties against a third party delivery service permittee for deliveries made by the permittee's delivery drivers that violate law. Prohibits the distribution or sale of low THC hemp extract to a person who is less than 21 years of age.
AI Summary
This bill makes several significant changes to Indiana's alcoholic beverage laws, focusing on expanding delivery options, creating new permit types, and regulating third-party alcohol delivery services. The key provisions include establishing a direct beer seller's permit that allows brewers to ship beer directly to consumers, creating a third-party delivery service permit and delivery driver permit, allowing beer and liquor retailers to deliver alcoholic beverages to consumers' homes or offices, and permitting wine wholesalers to offer special "channel pricing" to certain retailers. The bill also introduces a rewards program for retailers, allows catering halls to purchase alcohol from package liquor stores, and prohibits the sale of low THC hemp extract to individuals under 21 years old. Additionally, the legislation imposes graduated civil penalties for delivery services that violate age verification or delivery rules, and creates new permit fees and regulatory requirements for various alcohol-related businesses. These changes aim to modernize Indiana's alcohol distribution system and provide more flexibility for retailers and consumers while maintaining strict age and safety regulations.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Public Policy (on 01/05/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1079/details |
| BillText | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1079/HB1079.01.INTR.pdf |
| Fiscal Note #1: Introduced | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1079/fiscal-notes/HB1079.01.INTR.FN001.pdf |
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