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MD SB803

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Pamela Beidle

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "pomace brandy" to include brandy not exceeding 80 proof distilled by Class 4 limited wineries from wine made with at least 51% Maryland-grown agricultural products

  • Authorizes Class 3 winery license holders to acquire bulk wine from Class 4 limited winery license holders

  • Authorizes Class 4 limited winery license holders to sell and deliver bulk wine to Class 3 winery license holders

  • Requires Class 4 limited winery license holders to report all pomace brandy distilled and bottled as a distilled spirit for alcoholic beverage tax purposes under Title 5 of the Tax-General Article

  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Alcoholic Beverages - Class 3 Wineries and Class 4 Limited Wineries - Bulk Wine and Pomace Brandy

Agriculture

Last Action

Referred Government, Labor, and Elections

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Government, Labor, and Elections3/13/2026
Finance2/6/2026

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