WI SB930

Out-of-state brewers may sell and ship beer directly to festival sponsors holding temporary Class "B" licenses without obtaining an out-of-state shipper's permit, limited to 5 barrels (155 gallons) per festival

A "festival" is defined as an event lasting no more than 2 consecutive days, charging admission with no additional fee for beer service, and featuring beer from at least 25 different brewers or brewpubs

Festival sponsors must notify the Division of Alcohol Beverages at least 15 days before the event with the date, location, and list of all participating brewers and brewpubs

Beer provided to festival sponsors for consumption at qualifying festivals is exempt from the state occupational tax on alcohol beverages

The existing sales tax exemption for occasional sales by nonprofit organizations does not apply to beer festivals, meaning admissions and sales at these events are subject to sales tax