An Act relative to governing private label of distilled spirits
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to establish regulations for private label distilled spirits, which are spirits sold under a brand name other than the producer’s own. It seeks to clarify labeling requirements and ensure transparency for consumers regarding the origin and production of these spirits. The bill intends to provide a framework for how private label spirits are produced and sold in Massachusetts. Specifically, it addresses the governance of these products within the state’s alcohol regulatory system.
Key provisions
- Establishes requirements for labeling private label distilled spirits.
- Requires disclosure of the producer of the spirits on the label.
- Addresses potential conflicts of interest related to private label production.
- Clarifies the role of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission (ABCC) in regulating private label spirits.
- Specifies standards for quality control and production practices.
Who is affected
- Distilled spirits producers
- Private label spirit brands
- Consumers of distilled spirits
- The Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission (ABCC)
Notable changes
- The bill introduces specific regulations for private label distilled spirits, which were previously less defined.
- It aims to increase consumer transparency regarding the origin of the spirits they are purchasing.
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