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OK HB1758
Bill
Status
2/2/2015
Primary Sponsor
John Enns
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AI Summary
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Changes the beneficiary of the Oklahoma Viticulture and Enology Center Development Revolving Fund from the Department of Commerce to the Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry.
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Fund monies may be expended to establish a Viticulture and Enology Center at Redlands Community College, develop viticulture and enology education programs, develop wine production technologies and strategies, and increase the economic impact of Oklahoma's wine industry.
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Defines "small farm winery" as a wine-making establishment producing no more than 250,000 gallons annually with alcohol content between 0.5% and 21% by weight.
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Defines "small farm wine" as wine made from at least 75% Oklahoma-grown grapes, berries, fruits, honey, or vegetables produced at a small farm winery.
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Restricts the use of the Oklahoma Grape Industry Council's "Oklahoma Grown" sticker to only small farm wines.
Legislative Description
Intoxicating liquors; Oklahoma Viticulture and Enology Center Development Revolving Fund; limiting the use of certain stickers; effective date.
Government
Last Action
Authored by Senator Fields (principal Senate author)
2/18/2015