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MS HB669

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brent Powell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes licensed wine and distilled spirits manufacturers (Class 1, 2, or 3 permit holders) to obtain a direct shipper's permit for selling and shipping wine and/or distilled spirits directly to Mississippi residents
  • Limits direct shipments to a maximum of twelve 9-liter cases per year to any single address, and recipients must be at least 21 years old with signature required upon delivery
  • Imposes a 15.5% tax on the sales price of all wine and distilled spirits sold through direct shipment, with monthly reporting requirements to the Department of Revenue
  • Requires a $100 annual permit fee for direct shippers and prohibits sales of products already contracted through Mississippi distributors, except for highly allocated limited-quantity items
  • Establishes civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation for non-compliant sales or shipments, with potential permit suspension or revocation for permit holders

Legislative Description

Alcoholic beverages; authorize direct sales and shipments of distilled spirits to be made to residents in this state.

Last Action

Returned For Concurrence

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/18/2026
State Affairs1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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