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CA SB917
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
John Laird
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AI Summary
- Removes the requirement that wine sold at certified farmers' markets must be produced from grapes grown by the winegrower, allowing winegrowers to sell wine made from grapes sourced elsewhere
- Allows multiple licensees to conduct instructional wine tasting events during a certified farmers' market, with the number determined by the market operator (current law limits to one licensee per market)
- Requires instructional tastings under certified farmers' market sales permits to comply with Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) training requirements
- Maintains existing restrictions including a 3-ounce pour limit per person per day and a 5,000-gallon annual sales cap per winegrower across all farmers' market permits
Legislative Description
Alcoholic beverages: certified farmers’ market sales permit.
Last Action
Set for hearing March 24.
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Governmental Organization2/11/2026
Rules1/27/2026
Full Bill Text
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