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GA HB126

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kasey Carpenter

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Regulated Industries1/28/2025

Full Bill Text

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