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Senate panel backs bill letting licensed breweries open two remote taprooms
Summary
The Senate State Affairs Committee voted to send S 1301 to the floor with a do‑pass recommendation; the bill would let licensed brewers operate two remote taprooms instead of one. Owners who testified said the change would help small businesses and community fundraising.
The Senate State Affairs Committee voted Feb. 23 to advance S 1301, a bill that would allow licensed brewers in Idaho to operate two remote taprooms (up from one). Senator Bernt, who introduced the bill, said he had worked with the Idaho Beer and Wine Commission on the language and that the change was intended to support small businesses.
Business owners told the committee the change would aid community growth and fundraising. Jacob Black of Lost Grove Brewing said the restriction had hindered his ability to expand and connect with his Boise neighborhood. Mike Garcia, who said he serves on the Idaho Breweries United board and co‑owns Loose Screw Brewery, said his business supports more than 50 nonprofits annually and that additional taprooms would expand community benefit.
Senator Shippy moved to send S 1301 to the Senate floor with a do‑pass recommendation; Senator Adams seconded the motion and it carried by voice vote.
Next steps: S 1301 will be scheduled for consideration by the full Senate.
