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MS HB238
Bill
Status
Failed
2/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
Henry Zuber
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AI Summary
- Creates a direct shipper's permit ($100 annual fee) allowing out-of-state wine manufacturers, importers, wholesalers, or retailers to ship certain wines directly to Mississippi package retailers or on-premises retailers
- Limits direct shipments to wines not available in the state's Alcoholic Beverage Control Division inventory or not available within 10 days, with a maximum of 18 liters per individual per month
- Imposes a 27% tax on the sales price of wine shipments paid by direct shippers, plus a 7% tax on retail sales paid by Mississippi permit holders receiving the wine
- Requires conspicuous labeling on shipping containers indicating alcoholic content and mandates signature by a person 21 or older upon delivery
- Prohibits direct shipment of light wine, beer, or any alcoholic beverage other than manufactured wine, with violations constituting a misdemeanor subject to permit suspension, revocation, or administrative fines
Legislative Description
Alcoholic beverages; allow certain direct shipments of wine from out of state.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2010
Full Bill Text
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