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TX HB4285

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

John McQueeney

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 48.03(b) of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code to expand storage options for passenger transportation permit holders (such as commercial airlines)

  • Allows permit holders to store alcoholic beverages in sealed containers at locations within five miles of any airport they regularly serve, provided the storage location is in the same county as the airport

  • Previously, storage was limited to the airport itself; this change provides flexibility for off-site storage facilities near airports

  • Passed the House on May 10, 2025 (118-10) and the Senate on May 28, 2025 (30-1)

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the storage of alcoholic beverages by the holder of a passenger transportation permit.

Alcoholic Beverage Regulation

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

State Affairs5/12/2025
Licensing & Administrative Procedures4/1/2025

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