MS HB1344

Department of Revenue authorized to promulgate rules allowing on-premises and package retailer permit holders to purchase alcoholic beverages directly from manufacturers and distributors and have purchases shipped to their permitted locations.

Department of Revenue replaces State Tax Commission in all references throughout the local option alcoholic beverage control law.

Multiple sections of existing alcoholic beverage law brought forward for possible amendment, including permit types, privilege taxes, excise taxes, and transportation restrictions.

Bill contains criminal penalties for violations including unlawful transportation of alcoholic beverages and solicitation of orders for prohibited liquors.

Act effective July 1, 2018 and repeals June 30, 2018.