Recent Updates

Updated to reflect expanded hours of sale on Sunday.

Updated to reflect changes in contact information for the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Iowa retailers may now use third parties to make deliveries to consumers' residences.

Iowa retailers may now use third parties to make deliveries to consumers' residences.

Updated to reflect changes in contact information for LARA.

Updated to reflect changes in contact information for LARA.

Updated to reflect changes in contact information for the BABLO and ME Department of Environmental Protection.

Updated to reflect changes in contact information for the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the Department of State - Secretary of State.

Updated contact information for Business Licensing Services.

Updated to reflect changes in contact information for the OK Tax Commission and Secretary of State.

Updated contact information for the KS Secretary of State.

Updated to reflect changes in contact information for the Dept. of Safety and Homeland Security - Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement; added URL for the DE ABC homepage.

Updated to reflect changes in contact information for the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and the State Corporation Commission.

Updated to reflect changes in contact information for the GA Department of Revenue, Field Services Division and GA Secretary of State address.

Updated to reflect changes in contact information for the State Tax Commission.

Added Department of Revenue main office address, updated contact information for Licensing & Excise Tax Division and Secretary of State.

Updated to reflect changes in contact information for the BABLO and ME Department of Environmental Protection.

Updated to add gallonage surcharge imposed on ready-to-drink cocktails.

Updated to provide that licenses expire 12 months from the date issued.

Updated to provide that licenses expire 12 months from the date issued.

Hours of sale on Sunday expanded.

Clarified that the Direct Shipper's License allows shipment of hard cider.

Updated to clarify when a Solicitor's Tasting Permit is required and to reflect the delay in license fee increases.

Updated to reflect new provisions for the allowable alcoholic content of beer, and new tax rates.

Hours of sale on Sunday expanded.

Updated to clarify when a Solicitor's Tasting Permit is required.

Alcoholic beverage carryout service by on-premise retailers authorized until July 1, 2023.

Updated to describe economic nexus requirements that impose liability for sales taxes on remote sellers, and expanded delivery by retailer privileges.

Updated to add new taxes and tax credits for hard cider.

Updated to reflect the addition of a wine of own production requirement, fulfillment house licensing, higher annual shipment limits for smaller wineries, and provisions governing the delivery of alcoholic beverages by TN retailers.

Cocktails to go allowed until May 6, 2022.

Article revised to add that the per month shipping limit per person can be exceeded as long as the annual limit for that person is not exceeded.

Updated to add electronic reporting requirements, fulfillment house licensing, alcoholic beverages to-go privileges for KS retailers, and a new economic nexus law effective July 1, 2021.

Georgia retailers may provide "online curbside pickup" services, and on-premise retailers may sell cocktails-to-go.

Updated to reflect new physical address of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Division.

Updated to reflect the addition of the Direct Wine Shipment license for wine.

Updated to reflect additional pickup and delivery privileges for Texas retailers.

Updated for new legislation extending take out, to go, and delivery options for retail licensees until July 1, 2023.

Updated to describe new special order procedure for spirits now available in South Dakota.

Retailers' to-go privileges extended through March 31, 2022.

Cocktails to go now allowed.

Wyoming retailers have shipment and delivery privileges and the quantity of wine allowed to be shipped DTC has been increased effective July 1, 2021.

Updated to provide that cider is taxed as unfortified wine irrespective of alcohol content.

Updated to document new direct wine shipper license and wine fulfillment center license, effective August 1, 2021.

Updated for new legislation extending takeout, to go and delivery options for retail licensees until July 1, 2023.

Updated to reflect an increase in the number of cases of wine that may be shipped to an Oregon resident monthly.

New law grants on-sale retailers the privilege of selling and delivering containers of beer and wine and cocktails to go until September 10, 2022.

The privilege of selling and delivering containers and cocktails to go has been extended until September 10, 2022.

New law grants on-sale retailers the privilege of selling and delivering containers of beer and wine and cocktails to go until September 10, 2022.

The privilege of selling and delivering containers and cocktails to go has been extended until September 10, 2022.

Updated to specify the email address for submitting monthly reporting.

Updated to reflect official ending of COVID temporary privileges.

Updated to report legislation allowing delivery by on- and off-premise licensees without a delivery permit until January 1, 2022.

Need for a Delivery Permit waived until January 1, 2022 for on-premise and off-premise retail licensees.

Updated to report legislation allowing delivery by on- and off-premise licensees without a delivery permit until January 1, 2022.

Updated to add new policy governing the approval of alcohol-infused frozen products for sale in Washington.

Updated to document liability for Corporate Income Tax and/or Limited Liability Entity Tax and add information about Small Farm Winery exemption from wholesale sales taxes.

Citations and provisions updated.

Citations updated.

Citations updated and expanded; provisions updated.

Definition of "beer" expanded to include malt beverages made by fermenting malt substitutes.

Citations updated and expanded.

Updates the Proposition 65 requirements for shipments of alcoholic beverages to CA addresses; new subsection added to cover the sales tax requirements for Marketplace Facilitators and their relationship to ABC licensees.

Citations updated.

Definition of "beer" expanded to include malt beverages made by fermenting malt substitutes.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Legislation effective 1/25/2021 allows fermented fruit beverages registered as malt beverages to be labeled and marketed as "wine-based" or a "wine product" under certain conditions.

Updated contact information for the Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection.

Updated to allow for the sale and distribution of distilled spirits "pods" in Ohio.

Updated to allow for the sale and distribution of distilled spirits "pods" in Ohio.

Article corrected to confirm that alcohol-specific shipping labels provided by FedEx or UPS may be used in lieu of ABC-generated shipping labels.

Updated address for the Colorado Secretary of State.

Updated phone numbers for the Wyoming Liquor Division.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The residency requirement for industry representatives has been repealed effective July 1, 2021.

Mailing address for the MD Comptroller Field Enforcement Division updated.

Reorganized to separate state requirements from Montgomery County requirements.

Updated to include the decision of Maryland courts that a stock change in a grandparent corporation does not create a successor beer manufacturer who may terminate a beer distribution franchise.

Updated with a court decision concerning the effect of contractual notice requirements in the event of merger or acquisition of supplier.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Updated to add the requirements for selling beer in growlers.

Updated to reflect additional new privileges.

Updated to add the requirements for selling beer in growlers.

Updated to reflect additional new privileges.

The sale by on-premise retailers of alcoholic beverages by the drink to-go or for delivery, and the delivery to consumers of spirits in original containers by the DLC is now permanently allowed.

The sale by on-premise retailers of alcoholic beverages by the drink to-go or for delivery, and the delivery to consumers of spirits in original containers by the DLC is now permanently allowed.

Contact information for Liquor Control Commission, Department of Revenue, and Secretary of State updated.

The State codified the conditions for delivery by retailers and established a third-party facilitator license.

Sales and delivery of mixed drinks and single servings of wine to-go allowed through the end of the COVID state of emergency.

Updated to incorporate guidance on quantity discounts.

Updated to reflect newly added additional sampling privileges.

Additional relief related to winemaker dinners and donations implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Updated to reflect changes in Texas ABC's product registration requirements and process.

Sales and delivery of mixed drinks and single servings of wine to-go allowed through the end of the COVID state of emergency.

Updated to add provisions for wholesaler-sponsored tasting events for retailers.

Citation updated.

Updated phone numbers for the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and CDTFA.

Updated to provide new regulation on when wholesalers may accept product returns.

Updated to add final version of regulation on services that can be provided to retailers.

Additional changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic, some of which have been made permanent.

Additional changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic, some of which have been made permanent.

Updated contact information for the KY ABC and the Department of Revenue.

Updated to add that NH beverage vendor licensees may sell specialty beverages and vendors must register with the NH Secretary of State.

Shipment reports for CERA licensees now required to be submitted online.

Updated to report the availability of Wine Festival Permits to in-state and out-of-state wineries.

Updated to correct Department of Commerce address.

Updated to correct Department of Commerce address and add Secretary of State website.

Updated to add that discrimination in pricing and terms between distributors is not permitted.

Updated to provide the regulatory specifications.

Updated to add provisions relating to returns by wholesalers and expand provisions related to retailers, and add citations.

Citation updated.

Citation updated.

Citations updated.

Updated per current version of ABC’s online “Handbook for Supplier Permits,” accessed 10/1/2020.

Updated per current version of ABC’s online “Handbook for Supplier Permits,” accessed 10/1/2020.

Updated per current version of ABC’s online “Handbook for Supplier Permits,” accessed 10/1/2020.

Citations updated.

Citations updated.

Updated to expand provisions reported.

Various provisions updated.

Updated per current version of ABC’s online “Handbook for Supplier Permits,” accessed 10/1/2020.

Updated to add clarifications and additional citations.

Section updated to add other supplier licensees who may conduct educational activities for retailers.

Updated to add Craft Distiller as licensee that may purchase advertising in stadiums and arenas.

Citations and other additional information added.

Updated to reflect a correction to the physical address for the Department of Revenue.

Article revised to reflect updated guidance in ABC's 2020 Handbook for Supplier Permits.

Article revised to add additional information.

Updated to indicate that Beverage Supplier License does not expire.

Updated to add a mailing address for the Alcoholic Beverage Control Division.

Updated to reflect correct zip code for the West Virginia State Tax Department.

Updated to reflect correct zip code for the West Virginia State Tax Department.

Citation updated.

Citations updated.

Citations updated.

Citations updated.

Citation updated.

Citation updated.

Revised article to provide additional information on promotional activities.

Citation updated.

Updated to add additional details from Policy Memorandum 2016-1.

Updated to add additional details from Policy Memorandum 2016-1.

Revised article to provide additional information on the use of advertising specialties.

Updated the addresses for the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control and Secretary of State.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Revised to reflect the State's adoption of federal regulations.

Citation added.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Updated to include additional information from SLA Advisory #2016-3.

Corrected to remove the size limit of 1200 square inches which was rescinded in 2015.

Updated addresses for the Alcoholic Beverage Commission and the Department of Revenue.

Updated to correct the fee and duration of the New York Out-of-State Direct Shipper’s License.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The NH Liquor Commission no longer maintains a PO Box.

Updated to reflect new statutory provisions extending delivery privileges to on-premise retailers.

On-premise retailers may sell and delivery alcoholic beverages in qualified containers through December 31, 2025.

On-premise retailers may sell and delivery alcoholic beverages in qualified containers through December 31, 2025.

Updated to reflect permanent changes in delivery privileges for off-premise retailers.

Updated to reflect address and phone number changes for the Department of Revenue.

Updated to reflect new statutory provisions extending delivery privileges to on-premise retailers.

Updated to reflect provisions of SB 20-213, which modified the takeout and delivery requirements through June 2021.

Louisiana retailers, including package stores, can now use third party delivery companies and third party platforms for delivery.

Section updated with new provisions relating to brand extensions and the period of time a supplier needs to withdraw from the state to terminate a franchise.

The Washington Business Licensing Service has raised its processing fee for initial registrations.

Additional changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic, allowing the takeout and delivery of mixed drinks.

Out-of-state wineries may obtain temporary one-day licenses allowing the tasting and off-premise sale of wine at special nonprofit events in West Virginia.

Out-of-state wineries may obtain temporary one-day licenses allowing the tasting and off-premise sale of wine at special nonprofit events in West Virginia.

On-premises retailers permitted to sell alcohol beverages for takeout and delivery.

License fees updated to reflect current fee schedule.

Takeout and delivery of mixed drinks allowed for a one-year period.

Curbside sales and delivery by on-premise and off-premise retailers now allowed.

Advertising that promotes the intoxicating effects of alcohol or emphasize the alcohol content is prohibited.

Updated to add information on charity auction and event permits and add additional citations.

Updated to add provisions for wine growlers and sales of growlers by telephone or other electronic means.

Updated to add provisions for wine growlers and sales of growlers by telephone or other electronic means.

Updated to add information on charity auction and event permits and add additional citations.

Public tastings of wine, malt beverages, and distilled spirits are now allowed at Georgia package stores.

Sampling of retailers is now permitted.

Spirits may now be sold in 50 ml bottles.

Sunday sales allowed at off-premise establishments.

Wine special order program established effective January 1, 2021.

Updated address to reflect the P.O. Box mailing address is no longer valid.

Updated address for Department of Public Safety - Alcohol & Gambling Enforcement Division.

Updated Department of Revenue’s Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement phone and fax numbers. Added Sale, Use and Withholding Section contact information. Updated Secretary of State email address.

Provisions updated.

Allowable sample sizes updated.

Updated to add provisions for beer and beer distributors

Updated to add provisions for beer and beer distributors

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Provisions updated.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Updated to add provisions for beer and beer distributors

Updated to provide additional forms of media which may be used for wine and malt beverages and limits on rule making authority

Updated to add provisions for beer and beer distributors

Updated to add provisions for beer and beer distributors

Updated to add provisions for beer and beer distributors

Fine for unlicensed direct shipments increased.

Distilled spirits tastings are now allowed at state liquor stores.

A certificate of approval is now required for out-of-state spirits suppliers.

Reports an update of the threshold at which remote sellers become liable for MN sales tax.

Updated to provide for conditions on returns by retailers to wholesalers.

Reflects amendments to the law governing the relationships between supplier, wholesaler, and retailer licensees.

Provisions updated.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors.

Updated to reflect specific privileges granted to beer manufacturers and distributors, and provisions for POS materials added.

Oklahoma's definition of "inducement" added.

Updated to add prohibition on credit to retailers.

Updated to reflect changes in the supplier price posting requirement, non-discrimination in pricing and citation on prohibition for providing free goods.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

At rest law adopted.

Mail in rebates on malt beverages now allowed.

Describes a new law requiring the Department of ABC to administer wine subscription memberships for Utah residents. Reports changes in personal importation allowances.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Updates to temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Temporary changes implemented due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Updated to reflect prohibition on social media advertising of vendor events by suppliers.

Expanded to clarify prohibition against manufacturer participation in wine and spirits tastings on retail premises.

Updated contact information for PLCB and the Department of State.

Updated contact information for ABCC and Secretary of State.

Requirements by State for Out of State Suppliers updated to reflect repeal of requirement for sales representative licensing.

Updated to add definitions of "designated products" and "designated wholesalers."

Updated to reflect introduction of a product approval form for malt beverages and other alcoholic beverages not over 6% ABV.

Added provisions for the retailer loyalty and reward programs to consumers.

Updated for purposes of clarity.

Updated for purposes of clarity.

Updated to add the exemption for neon signs.

Added new subsection 15.9.5 covering Special License for spirits tasting events conducted by supplier trade organization.

Content added.

Added new Section 15.9.5 for Special License for spirits tasting events conducted by supplier trade organization.

Updated to add conditions under which IRCs may be offered.

Updated to incorporate ATC's adjustments of brand label registration requirements.

Article updated per PLCB Advisory Opinion re Tres Agaves and Travelzoo Sweepstakes dated March 2, 2020.

Note added re avoiding liability for annual corporate reporting.

Note added re avoiding liability for annual corporate reporting.

Updated to reflect current parameters for tastings under marketing permits.

Links for further research added.

Links for further research added.

Links for further research added.

Links for further research added.

Links for further research added.

Exception added to allow POS materials which are visible outside the venue to be displayed within certain sports or entertainment venues.

Updated to add details and limits on discounts offered by retailers.

Updated contact information for ABC and Secretary of State.

Updated to reflect regulatory amendment allowing redemption via an electronic procedure or software application.

Article revised to include consolidated reporting by holders of both supplier and direct-to-consumer licenses.

Updated to provide the new rules on how samples of distilled spirits provided to retailers are to be acquired and taxed.

Links for further research added and correction made to fax number.

Annual shipping report to the MA ABCC now done online by spreadsheet upload.

Updated to add exceptions to the requirement for a Salesperson license.

Updated in accordance with new guidance from TABC.

Citation to Marketing Practices Advisory added.

Citations updated.

Added provisions and citations for the rule prohibiting inducements.

Added the procedure for giving notice of the withdrawal of a brand from Georgia.

Updated to provide for brand registration after a brand has been withdrawn from the market for 4 or more years.

Updated to add privileges of Solicitor's Permit.

Cautionary note added regarding discounts.

Additional citations and details on Court of Appeal ruling added. Section on channel pricing added.

Added guidance from TABC on the allowable circumstances for exchanges and refunds between retailers, wholesalers, and distributors.

Note added about approval process for mixed spirit drinks (spirits coolers).

The Commission may seize or destroy non-compliant products.

Updated to reflect new guidance from the Liquor and Cannabis Board on the legality of distilled spirits infusions.

Updated to include the requirement to pay B&O tax when gross revenues from Washington exceed the statutory limit, and report an updated threshold.

Links for further research added.

Links for further research added.

Updated to reflect updates in the labeling and packaging requirements for malt beverages, and add citations.

Links for further research added.

Updated to reflect changes in the interests suppliers may have in wholesalers.

Updated to reflect changes in the interests suppliers may have in wholesalers.

Updated to add subtopic "Channel Pricing."

Fee for registration malt beverage and wine products no longer required.

Updated to increase the number of allowable outdoor signs outside of retail premises to five signs and provide for further exceptions.

Provisions for taste testing in agency stores have been updated. Out-of-state manufacturers, suppliers, and brokers of spirits are now allowed to obtain a license for a taste-testing event.

Updated to add additional industry members who may make donations and the organizations that may accept donations.

Additional detail added regarding container sizes allowed for distilled spirits.

Excise tax rates for wine re-stated in terms of liters rather than gallons.

Digest entry corrected.

Licensees allowed to advertise drink specials and happy hours.

Longer hours of sales allowed at government stores; government stores to be closed on New Year’s Day.

Updated to increase the number of allowable outdoor signs outside of retail premises to five signs and provide for further exceptions.

Provisions for taste testing at off-premise retailers have been updated. Out-of-state manufacturers, suppliers, and brokers of spirits are now allowed to obtain a license for a taste-testing event.

Updated to add additional industry members who may make donations and the organizations that may accept donations.

Markup formula updated.

SPA formula updated.

Citations added.

Digest entry corrected.

Licensees allowed to advertise drink specials and happy hours.

Citations added.

Coupons may now be offered by the Bureau, and may be made available on the Bureau’s, the supplier’s, or the manufacturer’s website or other digital platforms.

The privilege of providing certain services to retailers extended to wholesalers and suppliers of malt beverages and cider.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Citation updated to refer to Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website. (Updated citation only.)

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Updated with new link to Malt Beverages Distributors FAQ webpage in Section 15.9.3.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

New law added regulating the sanitation and use of beer growlers and crowlers.

Article updated in accordance with Advisory Notice No 10 (7th Revision) dated 5/17/19 and/or document on Unlawful Activities dated 8/19/19 distributed to licensees and posted on the Board’s website.

Electronic submission of tax reports is now required.

Updated to provide information on the licenses required by out-of-state suppliers with and without a physical location in the state, and delete the information on licenses for in-state producers.

Article updated to add citations and clarity.

Article updated to reflect that private labels are allowed

Updated to include the requirement for sales personnel to hold a Permit to Solicit for Future Sales.

Spirituous Liquor Special Event Permit allows certain industry members to conduct distilled spirits tastings at ABC stores and other locations.

The temporary regulatory change allowing electronic means of advertising has been made permanent.

Article updated to add citations and clarity.

Article updated to reflect that private labels are allowed.

Adds new Delivery Service Permit allowing deliveries to consumers on behalf of retailers by permittees and their independent contractors.

Effective November 1, 2019 beer up to 5% ABV (4% alcohol by weight) may be sold in grocery stores, and excise tax rate is increased.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.

The tied house restrictions were relaxed to allow cross interests when the retail establishment does not sell the alcoholic beverages of the industry member, and other significant exceptions.

Combination packages containing food products are allowed.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.

Sales representatives are now allowed to remove samples from the bailment warehouse.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.

Solicitor permits are now required for sales employees who promote spirits and fortified wines.

Citation updated.

Adds reduced tax rates established for small brewers, small winegrowers, and craft distillers.

Legislation liberalized who can donate to wine and spirits to wine auction permittees.

Agent licenses and permits no longer required, but activities of agents are still regulated.

Excise tax rates per liter added for cider, beer, and mead.

Legislation restored the privilege of distilled spirits wholesalers who also hold a beer and wine wholesaler license to make donations and provide assistance to non-profit organizations.

Advertising in social media by industry members and their licensed representatives permitted.

Combination packages containing food products are allowed. Alcoholic beverages can be packaged with nonalcoholic items without increasing the price of the alcoholic beverage.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.

Gross revenue tax assessed on the retail sale of spirits and fortified wine has been revised.

Updated to reflect increases in license fees.

Clarification on label approval for combination packages added by Industry Circular dated September 3, 2019.

Expiration date of provision allowing leases of portable refrigeration units extended to 2026.

Direct shippers must now report electronically, at a frequency determined by sales volume. Citation added.

Agency name has been changed.

Updated to reflect that suppliers may only appoint one distributor in each territory for hard cider

Alabama on-premise retailers may make distilled spirits infusions.

Hours of sale on Sunday can be adjusted by the county commission, the municipal governing body, and now also by a referendum approved by the voters.

Retailers may charge for samples provided in a bona fide educational class conducted on the licensed premises.

Suppliers and wholesalers may make monetary donations to a non-profit organization holding a special event license.

An exception has been added to the tied house laws to allow a small beer manufacturer to have a financial interest in a brewpub.

Hours for direct shippers to make and fulfill off-site sales extended as long as delivery occurs during hours of legal service of alcoholic beverages. Retailers’ privilege of delivering alcoholic beverage expanded to allow the taking of orders by electronic means and the use of independent contractors or common carriers to complete the deliveries.

Increases in excise taxes effective 10/1/2019.

Alabama on-premise retailers may make distilled spirits infusions.

Hours of sale on Sunday can be adjusted by the county commission, the municipal governing body, and now also by a referendum approved by the voters.

Update adds the privilege of direct shipping to out-of-state retailers and reporting requirements for carriers. Expands the Consumer Personal Importation Limits subtopic.

A manufacturer, distributor, or importing distributor may give, sell or lease dispensing equipment to retailers as specified, and may sell coil cleaning services.

Topic completely rewritten; also adds provisions allowing wholesalers to accept returns of unsalable beer from caterers and temporary licensees under certain conditions.

Recent court case confirms that wine and malt beverages are exempt from the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law.

Updates cost limit for outside signs to $3,000 per brand.

New subtopics 15.11.4 and 15.11.5 added. Distributors may assist caterers holding special events. Industry members may service dispensing equipment as specified.

Updated citation to advisory dealing with marketing permits.

Updated due to new legislation which created the new category Canned Cocktails.