Jefferson County commissioners voted to add new local alcoholic beverage license categories after staff described legislation passed by the state legislature in 2025 that expands licensing options.

Revenue staff explained the state enacted two bills in 2025 that add categories the county can "piggyback" onto its local licensing list. Staff said the additions include an educational/tourism distillery license to permit distillery tours and tastings, a special event storage license to allow storage of event alcohol in a warehouse for later distribution, and a government venue license to permit sales on government property when open to the public.

A county presenter noted the new categories are not intended to increase basic retail beer sales but to enable producers and distilleries to expand on‑site educational and tourism activities and to support special events. Staff cited local examples of distilleries that could use the educational license.

Commissioners moved, seconded and approved the update by voice vote. The transcript records discussion about potential fees and the types of businesses affected, but it does not include a roll‑call tally.