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H.B. 3495 and companion S.B. 532, the Brewers Economic Equity & Relief Act, would allow for the following provisions: limited brewpub self-distribution; permanent delivery for small alcohol producers; direct to consumer shipping for in-state and out-of-state brewers and distillers; and …Read More
Senate Bill 2035 provides that a brewer who is a class 1 brewer, class 2 brewer, or brew pub licensee shall accurately measure the quantity of beer transferred into its final packaging container to determine the brewer’s tax liability by …Read More
H.B. 3495 and companion S.B. 532, the Brewers Economic Equity & Relief Act, would allow for the following provisions: limited brewpub self-distribution; permanent delivery for small alcohol producers; direct to consumer shipping for in-state and out-of-state brewers and distillers; and …Read More
H.B. 3927 creates an income tax credit for licensed wine manufacturers and craft brewers in an amount equal to 50% of the qualified costs incurred by a qualified taxpayer during the taxable year, not to exceed $1,500; provides that the …Read More
House Bill 547 provides that if a person purchases a mug, cup, or other glassware from a retail licensee, then that retail licensee may offer a discount to fill or refill that mug, cup, or other glassware. Read More
Signed by the Governor, House Bill 3610 makes changes to provisions authorizing a manufacturer, distributor, or importing distributor to sell coil cleaning services and dispensing accessories. It further provides that a manufacturer of beer or a brew pub may …Read More
Sent to the Governor for action, House Bill 3610 makes changes to provisions authorizing a manufacturer, distributor, or importing distributor to sell coil cleaning services and dispensing accessories. It further provides that a manufacturer of beer or a brew …Read More
Assigned to House committee following Senate passage, S.B. 996 provides that a brewer may cancel an agreement with a wholesaler without notice, unless otherwise provided by agreement, if there has been a revocation or suspension of a license or permit …Read More
The Governor has proposed raising the per-gallon tax on alcohol beverages, with the beer rate increasing 4.6 cents to 27.7 cents/gallon. Read More
Passing both legislative chambers in amended form, House Bill 3610 makes changes to provisions authorizing a manufacturer, distributor, or importing distributor to sell coil cleaning services and dispensing accessories. It further provides that a manufacturer of beer or a …Read More
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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