Committee weighs bonded beer warehouse license amid federal and access concerns
HB 22‑07 would create a bonded beer warehouse license to permit breweries off‑premise storage and handling; supporters cite parity with wineries and small‑business relief, while distributors and federal‑regulatory commenters warned about TTB constraints and direct‑to‑consumer risks.
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The Consumer Protection & Business Committee heard House Bill 22‑07 on Jan. 21, a bill proposing a bonded beer warehouse license to authorize breweries and beer distributors to store and handle beer off their production premises. Committee staff Peter Clodfelter outlined the proposal’s mechanics, including a $150 annual fee (with waiver provisions), federal permit requirements, a continuing beer‑tax bond, and LCB rulemaking on security, zoning and separation from other uses.
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