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GA HB825
Bill
Status
Passed
4/15/2014
Primary Sponsor
Penny Houston
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AI Summary
- Fruit growers licensed as Georgia farm wineries may obtain a license from the commissioner to manufacture distilled spirits and fortified wines for sale exclusively through a licensed and designated wholesaler
- Farm wineries that also hold a distilled spirits manufacturing license are limited to no more than one tasting room, which must be located on the farm winery's licensed premises
- "Licensed premises" is defined as the premises for which the farm winery license is issued or contiguous property owned by the winery
- Sales of distilled spirits remain prohibited in municipalities, counties, or unincorporated areas where such sales are banned, and may only be sold to holders of importer's, broker's, or wholesaler's licenses
- The Act becomes effective upon approval by the Governor or upon becoming law without such approval
Legislative Description
Alcoholic beverages; fruit growers licensed as farm wineries obtain license authorizing production of distilled spirits and fortified wines pursuant to certain conditions; permit
Last Action
Effective Date
4/15/2014
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