CA AB2174

Authorizes licensed beer manufacturers to apply for and obtain a beer caterer's permit to sell up to 124 gallons of beer per catering event at conventions, sporting events, trade exhibits, and similar approved locations.

Requires beer caterers to obtain department approval for each event in the form of a beer catering authorization, with fees based on estimated attendance matching the standard event authorization fee structure.

Limits beer catering authorizations to no more than 36 events per licensee per calendar year and restricts the department from issuing more than 2 authorizations for the same day at the same event.

Establishes an annual beer caterer's permit fee of $275 and makes the permit transferable as part of the beer manufacturer's license; requires permittholders to maintain sales records for a minimum of 3 years.

Makes the permit subject to the same restrictions and penalties as other alcoholic beverage licenses, with violations potentially resulting in suspension or revocation of both the license and permit.