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GA HB126
Bill
Status
1/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kasey Carpenter
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AI Summary
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Authorizes small businesses in Georgia to purchase alcoholic beverages from designated retail dealers and sell or distribute them for on-premises consumption, where alcohol sales are already lawful
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Defines "small business" as having gross annual alcohol revenue not exceeding $250,000 and alcohol sales constituting no more than 25% of total gross annual revenue
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Requires small businesses to obtain an annual license (maximum $300 fee), designate up to three retail dealers located in the same municipality or county, and maintain records of all alcohol purchases and sales
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Mandates that small businesses present a valid license when purchasing from designated retailers, and requires designated retailers to maintain records of all alcohol sold to small businesses
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Establishes penalties including misdemeanor charges for violations, fines up to $500 per violation, and suspension of authorization for up to 30 days per violation for non-compliant small businesses or retail dealers
Legislative Description
Alcoholic beverages; purchased from designated retail dealers by small businesses; provide for sale or distribution
Last Action
House Second Readers
1/29/2025