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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to allow a bar to purchase liquor from a distillery or a mini-distillery if it is within 10 miles of the distillery or mini-distillery.
AI Summary
This bill allows a bar, or any licensee under West Virginia's private club laws (Article 7), to purchase liquor directly from a distillery or a mini-distillery, which are businesses that manufacture alcoholic spirits, if that bar or licensee is located within 10 miles of the distillery or mini-distillery. Previously, most licensees were required to purchase liquor through the state's Alcohol Beverage Control Commissioner or from other retail licensees, with limited exceptions. This change aims to streamline the purchasing process for certain businesses and potentially support local distilleries by expanding their direct sales opportunities within a defined geographic area.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=5243&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb5243%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=5243 |
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