Maryland Bill Seeks to Standardize Refillable Containers

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Maryland’s Governor also approved, House Bill 208 which seeks to standardize the requirements for alcoholic beverage refillable containers used in the sale of draft beer or wine for off premises consumption. The bill also authorizes the Comptroller to establish standards for alcoholic beverages refillable containers, including containers originating from outside the State. The holder of a refillable container permit may sell, fill, or refill any container that meets the standards. The bill applies to refillable container license holders in specified jurisdictions as well as Class 5 manufacturer’s license holders who sell refillable containers.