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MS SB2806

Bill

Status

Failed

3/29/2021

Primary Sponsor

Josh Harkins

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Brings forward existing Mississippi Code sections governing the Department of Revenue's authority and the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Division's powers, including permit issuance, regulation of alcoholic beverage sales, and enforcement duties

  • Maintains the Department of Revenue as the exclusive wholesale distributor of alcoholic beverages (excluding malt liquors) in Mississippi, with retailers required to purchase only from the department except in limited authorized circumstances

  • Allows Mississippi residents age 21+ to purchase wine from out-of-state wineries and have it shipped to a package retailer, with a limit of 10 cases per year and required payment of all applicable taxes and fees

  • Establishes penalties for violations: retail distributors purchasing from unauthorized sources face fines of $500-$2,000 and up to 6 months jail; manufacturers selling directly in-state face the same penalties

  • Directs the Legislature to appropriate funds for necessary upgrades to the ABC Division warehouse

Legislative Description

Department of Revenue; bring forward code sections relating to ABC Division and authority to contract for services.

Last Action

Died In Conference

3/29/2021

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means2/22/2021
Finance1/18/2021

Full Bill Text

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