New York Bill Could Increase Tax on Beer
Senate Bill 1553 seeks to increase the gallonage tax on beer to 24 cents (a 10 cent increase). Read More
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Brewery Promotion Signed into Law
Signed by the Governor, A.B. 8679 provides that the state policy with regard to the alcoholic beverage control law shall be to promote economic development and job opportunities in the beer, wine and liquor industries of the state. Read More
Alcohol Summit Proposals Become Law
A.B.10122, legislation codifying recommendations arising from Governor Cuomo’s Wine, Beer, Spirits, and Cider Summit held earlier this year, has been signed into law. The measure ensures the state’s continued support of the growing craft beverage industry by cutting burdensome requirements …Read More
Governor Cuomo Announces New York Craft Brewer Workgroup
Governor Cuomo has announced the formation of New York Craft Brewer Workgroup to deliver recommendations on furthering the growth of the state’s craft beer industry. Read More
New York Liquor Authority Releases Labeling Guidance
The New York Liquor Authority has released guidance providing ingredient standards for New York State labelled beer and beer produced by farm breweries. Accompanying advisories address distilleries and cideries. Read More
Craft-friendly Legislation Passes Both NY Legislative Chambers
A.B. 10122, legislation codifying recommendations arising from Governor Cuomo’s Wine, Beer, Spirits, and Cider Summit held earlier this year, has passed both legislative chambers. The measure ensures the state’s continued support of the growing craft beverage industry by cutting burdensome …Read More
Guidance Provided on Requirements for Brand Label Registration
The New York State Liquor Authority has issued guidance concerning requirements for brand label registration. Read More
New York Cuts Red Tape for Craft Brewers
As part of the second Wine, Beer, Spirits, and Cider Summit held earlier this year, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced an agreement with legislative leaders on a measure that will continue the state’s support of the growing craft beverage industry …Read More
NY Senator Schumer Stops by Saranac to Discuss Proposed Ruling on Spent Grain
Senator Charles Schumer recently stopped by Saranac, a small brewery in New York, to discuss the FDA's proposed ruling on spent grain and the effect it could have on local breweries and farmers. Read More
Senator Schumer Visits Rooster Fish Brewing and Talks Excise Tax Reduction
As a member of the Small Brewers Caucus and a co-sponsor of the Small BREW Act, Senator Schumer continues to be a supporter of small brewers in New York. Recently, he paid a visit to Rooster Fish Brewing.Read More
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Pete Johnson
State & Regulatory Affairs Manager
Pete Johnson serves as the State & Regulatory Affairs Manager for the Brewers Association (BA). He joined the BA at its inception in 2005, having previously worked as Programs Director for the Brewers Association of America. Before coming to the small brewing industry in 2001, Pete worked for 14 years with both state and federal elected officials in Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.
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