Baltimore County - Alcoholic Beverages - Manufacturer's Limited Beer, Wine, and Liquor Permit

HB 1183 creates a new "Manufacturer's Limited Beer, Wine, and Liquor Permit" specifically for Baltimore County. It allows manufacturers holding certain licenses (like Class 5 brewery licenses) to host private events where they may serve sealed beer, wine, or liquor products from other manufacturers - provided they partner with a licensed caterer or contracted party, avoid affiliations with that party, and get prior approval from the county Board of License Commissioners. The permit prohibits allowing public visitors to access private event areas during events and requires the Board to set annual fees and event approval criteria. This bill directly affects Baltimore County beverage manufacturers seeking to expand private event offerings under new county-specific rules, effective July 1, 2026.