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PA HB1451
Bill
Status
5/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Marci Mustello
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AI Summary
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Creates four classes of Transporter-for-Hire licenses (A, B, C, D) for commercial alcohol transportation in Pennsylvania, with Class D specifically authorizing third-party delivery services like app-based platforms to deliver alcohol directly to consumers
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Class D license requires a $5,000 initial surcharge plus $1,000 annual renewal, and holders may accept orders via phone or web platforms on behalf of licensed sellers for delivery to unlicensed customers only
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Delivery personnel must verify recipient age using transaction scan devices, obtain customer signatures, and complete responsible alcohol management training within six months of hire, with retraining required every two years
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Violations of underage delivery laws carry fines of $1,000-$5,000 for first offenses, with subsequent violations within three years increasing by at least $100 up to a maximum of $7,000 per violation
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Selling licensees are shielded from criminal and civil liability for deliveries to minors or intoxicated persons when orders are processed by Class D transporters, unless the seller knew or should have known of the violation
Legislative Description
In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in licenses and regulations, liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for wine expanded permits, for ready-to-drink cocktail permit, for revocation and suspension of licenses and fines and for responsible alcohol management; and, in distilleries, wineries, bonded warehouses, bailees for hire and transporters for hire, providing for transporters for hire.
Last Action
Referred to Liquor Control
5/13/2025