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AR SB411
Bill
Status
5/1/2023
Primary Sponsor
Missy Irvin
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AI Summary
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Increases the allowable alcoholic content in beer from 5% to 12% by weight across all relevant Arkansas Code sections
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Expands the definition of "beer" to include all malt beverages with alcoholic content not exceeding 12% by weight, exempting these beverages from "malt liquor" classification
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Sets the minimum container size for beer sold for off-premises consumption at 16 ounces
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Updates references throughout Arkansas Code Title 3 regarding beer alcohol content limits, including definitions in sections covering wholesalers, tax rates, and local option elections
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Maintains existing restrictions on beverages exceeding 12% alcohol content for beer and 5% for light wine in brewer and distributor premises
Legislative Description
To Amend The Definition Of "beer" To Change The Allowable Alcoholic Content And To Include Malt Beverages; And To Set The Minimum Container Size Of Beer To Be Sold For Off-premises Consumption.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
5/1/2023