Alcoholic Beverages - Class L Beer, Wine, and Liquor License - Established
HB 1552 establishes a new "Class L" license for alcohol sales, directly affecting existing beverage manufacturers (like breweries or wineries) who already hold a manufacturer’s license. The license allows these businesses to sell their own beer, wine, and liquor, or products from other manufacturers, for on-premises consumption at their facility, including providing free samples. It sets an annual fee of $250 and requires sales hours to match those of the underlying manufacturer’s license. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.
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in committee
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Feb 2026
Committee Review
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Introduced Feb 13, 2026
Last action Feb 13, 2026
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First Reading Government, Labor, and Elections
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