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WV HB5142

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kayla Young

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Defines "vintage distilled spirits" as unopened, manufacturer-sealed packages of distilled spirits that are not owned by a distillery and not available for purchase from licensed wholesalers in West Virginia

  • Allows licensed distilled spirits sellers to purchase vintage spirits from unlicensed individuals after providing written notice to the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission

  • Permits resale of vintage distilled spirits either by the drink (for drink license holders) or by the package (for package license holders)

  • Authorizes distillers to sell alcoholic beverages by the drink at fairs, festivals, and similar events, limited to spirits distilled or bottled at their distillery premises

Legislative Description

Relating to vintage distilled spirits

Alcoholic Liquors and Beers

Last Action

To House Judiciary

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/3/2026

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