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TX HB4463

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Gary Vandeaver

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows holders of brewer's or nonresident brewer's licenses to contract with each other for manufacturing services or alternating brewery proprietorships, expanding contracting options beyond just in-state brewers

  • Permits nonresident brewers to transport malt beverages into Texas from any of their out-of-state locations under a single license, eliminating the requirement for separate licenses for each location

  • Authorizes nonresident brewers to enter into contract brewing arrangements with Texas brewer's license holders

  • Requires nonresident brewers to be the "primary American source of supply" for a malt beverage brand to solicit, accept, or fill orders from Texas brewers or distributors

  • Directs the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission to adopt implementing rules and authorizes fee increases for certificates, permits, or licenses to cover administrative costs, effective September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to authorized activities of a brewer's or nonresident brewer's license holder; authorizing a fee increase.

Occupational Regulation

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

State Affairs5/13/2025
Licensing & Administrative Procedures4/3/2025

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