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OK HJR1002

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

5/19/2016

Primary Sponsor

Dan Kirby

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Directs the Secretary of State to refer a proposed amendment to Section 3 of Article XXVIII of the Oklahoma Constitution to voters for approval or rejection.

  • Allows wineries (both in-state and out-of-state) to ship wine directly to consumers over 21 years old who have previously visited the winery in person and purchased wine on the premises, upon obtaining a direct shipper's permit or license.

  • Permits winemakers producing no more than 10,000 gallons annually to self-distribute wine directly to licensed retail package stores and restaurants in Oklahoma using only vehicles owned or leased by the winemaker, without using contract carriers.

  • Establishes that if any winemaker provision is ruled unconstitutional, no winemaker may directly sell wine to retail package stores or restaurants in the state.

  • Requires the Chief Clerk of the House to file the resolution and ballot title with the Secretary of State and Attorney General immediately upon passage.

Legislative Description

Oklahoma Constitution; allowing direct shipment of wine to certain individuals; ballot title; filing.

Intoxicating Liquors

Last Action

Died in conference

5/19/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules2/3/2015

Full Bill Text

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