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LA HB805
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Orgeron
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AI Summary
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Replaces Louisiana's detailed state-specific container size requirements for wine and distilled spirits with federal standards set by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (27 CFR)
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Removes state-mandated limits on the number of containers per shipping case, allowing any configuration that complies with federal law
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Authorizes the commissioner to adopt rules for tax administration, public safety, or enforcement purposes, provided they do not conflict with federal standards
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Maintains existing exemptions for sake, cider products, and vintage wines (bottled before December 31, 1978), which may ship in non-standard sizes with prior written authorization
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Continues the prohibition on sale or shipment of powdered alcohol in Louisiana
Legislative Description
Provides for the standards of shipping containers for wines and distilled spirits
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
3/9/2026