MS HB564

Brings forward Section 67-1-5 of the Mississippi Code without substantive amendments, which defines key terms under the Local Option Alcoholic Beverage Control Law

Establishes definitions for alcoholic beverages, distilled spirits, wine, and native wine, including alcohol content thresholds (e.g., wines over 5% alcohol by weight, distilled spirits over 4%)

Defines licensing categories including manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers, as well as qualifying establishments such as hotels (20-50 rooms depending on population), restaurants (25% revenue from food required), and clubs

Specifies extensive criteria for "qualified resort areas" where alcohol sales are permitted, including state parks, golf courses, game reserves, historic districts, and numerous specifically described geographic locations throughout Mississippi

Effective date of July 1, 2021