AR HB1877

Amends the definition of "home-brewed beer" in Arkansas Code § 3-5-202(5)(A) to include ale, porter, stout, and other similar fermented beverages containing 0.5% or more alcohol by volume brewed from malt or malt substitutes, not limited to the previous 5% by weight specification for beer made from malted barley, wheat, or cereal grains.

Authorizes home-brewed beer manufacturers to remove their product from their premises for personal or family use without restriction.

Permits removal of home-brewed beer for organized affairs, exhibitions, competitions, and tastings under the personal or family use exemption.

Adds subdivision (D) to Arkansas Code § 3-5-205(f)(1) to codify the privilege tax exception allowing such removals.

Bill approved April 10, 2019.