HB 5504
Relating to the manufacture, sale, and distribution of low-proof spirit alcohol products.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill creates a regulatory framework for the manufacture, sale, and distribution of low-proof spirit alcohol products in West Virginia. It defines key terms, establishes tax rates and reporting requirements, and grants the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission rulemaking authority. The bill aims to regulate these products, which are defined as alcoholic beverages containing 0.5% or more alcohol by volume but no more than 15.5%, and aligns with regulations in neighboring states.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘Low-Proof Spirit Alcohol Products’ as alcoholic beverages between 0.5% and 15.5% alcohol by volume.
- Establishes a tax of $1.25 per gallon on Low-Proof Spirit Alcohol Products sold.
- Requires manufacturers and distributors to file monthly reports detailing sales.
- Grants the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission rulemaking authority to implement the bill.
- Prohibits the sale of Low-Proof Spirit Alcohol Products in growlers.
- Specifies that manufacturers cannot self-distribute these products.
- Defines terms related to alcohol production and sales, such as ‘distillery,’ ‘manufacturer,’ and ‘retail distributor.’
- Sets an effective date of 90 days after passage.
Who is affected
- Distillers
- Manufacturers of alcoholic beverages
- Distributors of alcoholic beverages
- Retailers of alcoholic beverages
- Consumers in West Virginia
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