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RI S2748
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Walter Felag
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AI Summary
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Allows licensed breweries, distilleries, and wineries to sell one-sixth barrel kegs or equivalent vessels of malt beverages directly to consumers for off-premises consumption
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Expands the prohibition on manufacturers holding wholesaler licenses to apply to all alcoholic beverage manufacturers, not just those based outside Rhode Island
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Creates an exception permitting manufacturers to obtain wholesaler licenses if they execute a labor peace agreement with a bona fide labor union and produce less than 5,000 barrels annually, with wholesale distribution limited to 3,000 barrels of their own product
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Requires annual certification of production and distribution volumes to the Department of Business Regulation, with compliance as an ongoing condition for license maintenance
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Waives the wholesaler license fee for manufacturers who already hold a valid manufacturer's license
Legislative Description
Allows the holder of a manufacturer’s license to sell one-sixth of a barrel keg or any otherwise permitted vessel containing no more than the amount of malt beverage allowed.
Alcoholic Beverages
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs
2/27/2026