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VT S0279
VT S0279An act relating to caterer’s licenses and the distribution of malt beverages by licensed manufacturers
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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to authorize licensed malt beverage manufacturers to distribute malt beverages directly to the holders of first- or second-class licenses. This bill also proposes to limit the total amount of malt beverages that a licensed manufacturer may distribute directly to licensees on an annual basis. This bill also proposes to amend the definition of caterer’s license to repeal the restriction on serving alcoholic beverages at first- or first- and third-class licensed locations.
AI Summary
This bill allows licensed manufacturers of malt beverages, which are alcoholic drinks like beer, to directly deliver up to 5,000 barrels of their products annually to businesses holding either a first-class or second-class license, which are types of liquor licenses. Additionally, the bill modifies the definition of a "caterer's license," removing a previous restriction that prevented caterers from serving alcohol at locations already licensed to sell alcoholic beverages, meaning they can now serve at a wider range of events.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Economic Development, Housing and General Affairs (on 01/21/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/S.279 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/S-0279/S-0279%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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