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MS HB1176
Bill
Status
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Brent Powell
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AI Summary
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Establishes direct shipper's permits allowing wine manufacturers (in-state Class 2 permit holders or out-of-state licensed producers) to sell and ship wine directly to Mississippi residents without going through the state Alcoholic Beverage Control Division, with annual $100 privilege tax.
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Limits direct shippers to maximum 72 cases per calendar year per customer address and prohibits shipping to dry areas, schools, or shipping any beverages other than wine.
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Creates wine fulfillment provider permits ($500 annual fee plus $100 per additional location) for third-party logistics companies to warehouse, package, and ship wine on behalf of direct shippers.
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Imposes 15% sales tax on direct shipper wine sales with quarterly reporting requirements; portion of tax equal to 3% markup revenue goes to Mental Health Programs Fund.
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Requires all wine shipments to be signed by person age 21+, allows only personal consumption (no resale), and mandates compliance labels; violations subject to permit suspension or revocation.
Legislative Description
Alcoholic beverages; allowed direct sales and shipments of wine to be made to residents in this state.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/4/2025