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Bill > S0236
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Introduced
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
In Committee
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to allow the holder of a fourth-class license to serve customers larger total volumes of alcoholic beverages at a tasting room or retail shop operated by the licensee. This bill also proposes to allow manufacturers of vinous beverages to operate not more than two first-class licensed establishments that are located at the licensed manufacturing facility or on property that is owned by the licensee and contiguous with the parcel of land on which the licensed manufacturing facility is located.
AI Summary
This bill allows holders of a fourth-class license, which permits the sale of alcoholic beverages manufactured by the licensee, to serve larger total volumes of beverages at their tasting rooms and retail shops, specifically permitting up to 16 ounces of malt beverages or hard cider, 12 ounces of vinous beverages (wine) or ready-to-drink spirits, and two ounces of spirits or fortified wine. Additionally, it permits manufacturers of vinous beverages, in addition to malt beverage manufacturers, to operate up to two additional licensed establishments, which can be located at their manufacturing facility or on adjacent property they own, provided they have direct control over these establishments. This act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Economic Development, Housing and General Affairs (on 01/09/2026)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/S.236 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/S-0236/S-0236%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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