An Act designating rye whiskey as the official State spirit of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
This bill designates rye whiskey as the official state spirit of Pennsylvania, recognizing its historical significance to the region's distilling tradition. The legislation formally acknowledges Pennsylvania's early role in American whiskey production and supports the state's current craft distilling industry. By establishing rye whiskey as an official state symbol, the bill aims to highlight local agricultural contributions and promote small business craftsmanship. The change takes effect immediately upon passage.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Jul 2026
Senate Passage
Jul 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 30, 2026
Last action Jul 12, 2026
Floor votes · Senate Jul 12, 2026
How they voted
43–7
Passed
Total votes 50
Jul 12, 2026
D
Democratic23
95% Yea
R
Republican27
77% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
6
Key actions
2
Committee
3
Jul 12, 2026
Committee
Referred to Liquor Control
lower
Jul 12, 2026
Upper · Passed
Third consideration and final passage
upper
Jun 30, 2026
Upper · Passed
Reported as committed
upper
Mar 30, 2026
Committee
Referred to State Government
upper
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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