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AL SJR122

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

4/1/2014

Primary Sponsor

Dick Brewbaker

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Origin

Senate

Regular Session 2014

AI Summary

  • Recognizes the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and state agencies for supporting the craft beer industry as a valuable Alabama-made product
  • Notes that Alabama is home to at least 28 craft breweries with a 2012 economic impact exceeding $230 million, including over $73 million in wages
  • Urges the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board to create a separate license category for craft brewers recognizing their distinctiveness and positive economic impact
  • Urges the board to allow craft brewers to operate restaurants on licensed premises and sell products directly to consumers at the brewery for on-site consumption
  • Requests flexibility in addressing unique needs and opportunities specific to Alabama's craft beer industry

Legislative Description

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, craft beer industry, recognized

Resolutions, Congratulatory

Last Action

Received in House of Representatives and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

4/1/2014

Committee Referrals

Rules4/1/2014

Full Bill Text

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