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VA HB1484
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tony Wilt
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AI Summary
- Amends Virginia Code § 4.1-206.3 to expand privileges for designated outdoor refreshment area (DORA) licenses held by nonprofit organizations
- Allows nonprofit DORA licensees to sell tickets or charge for wristbands to cover event expenses, whereas previously no sales or charges were permitted
- Permits nonprofit organizations exempt under § 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code to receive in-kind and financial sponsorships from manufacturers and collect participation fees from breweries, wineries, and retail licensees for DORA events
- Expands banquet and mixed beverage special events licenses to include nonprofit organizations that hold DORA licenses
- Allows alcoholic beverages at DORA events to be served in nondisposable containers in addition to disposable ones, and specifies that security requirements shall be determined by local law enforcement
Legislative Description
Alcoholic beverage control; designated outdoor refreshment areas.
Last Action
Left in Committee General Laws
2/18/2026
Committee Referrals
General Laws2/18/2026
General Laws: ABC/Gaming2/2/2026
General Laws1/23/2026
Full Bill Text
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