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Massachusetts Court Rejects State AG’s Effort to Vacate Order in Settled Liquor Law Dispute

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On January 26, a Massachusetts Superior Court rejected an effort by the Massachusetts Attorney General (AG) to vacate an order that cast doubt on the constitutionality of a new Massachusetts liquor law....more

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Changes to alcohol distribution laws put some franchise protections on ice

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Massachusetts franchise protection laws may be the furthest thing from our minds while enjoying a cold beverage this summer, but recent legal developments have changed the way that alcoholic beverages make their way from...more

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Potential Changes to Distributor Agreements for Small Breweries

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The Massachusetts Senate recently passed a bill that would bring an end to a hard-fought dispute between the craft brewery industry and distributors. The pending legislation represents a significant compromise between the two...more

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North Carolina Legislative Update - May 2019 #4

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Senate appropriators worked on the budget bill behind closed doors this week and both houses considered a variety of bills prior to leaving for the Memorial Day holiday. Budget Bill (H966) - After passing the House on...more

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North Carolina Legislative Update - May 2019 #3

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After two busy weeks culminating in the May 9 bill crossover deadline, Legislators returned this week at a steadier pace. Senate Tax Reform (S622) - The Senate began moving its 2019 tax bill and tentatively approved it...more

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Client Alert: North Carolina Legislature Considers Major Revisions to the Brewery Self-Distribution Cap and Beer Franchise Law

As anyone who follows closely (or even casually) the Craft Freedom initiative likely knows by now, two of the state’s largest breweries (NoDa Brewing Company and The Old Mecklenburg Brewery) appear to have compromised and...more

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Changes Brewing Thanks to New Delaware House Bill

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A new law in Delaware sheds some light on potential changes that could benefit many of the most popular breweries in Massachusetts. Delaware House Bill 373 was signed into law on June 7th, allowing craft breweries—as well as...more

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TTB and ABCC Regulations: Are You in Compliance?

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With the influx of craft breweries, wineries, distillers and wholesale distributors popping up everywhere, there are several issues that have come to light regarding regulatory compliance. These entities that have obtained a...more

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Beer Franchise Law: A New Bill Emerges From Committee

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Earlier this year, I wrote a post on three bills aimed at reforming the Massachusetts beer franchise law. A revised version of one of those bills, backed by beer wholesalers and with a concession to brewers, recently moved...more

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Federal District Court Rejects Craft Brewers’ Equal Protection and Due Process Challenge of Texas’ Ban on Brewer Off-Premises...

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On March 20, 2018, a federal district court in Texas issued an opinion in Deep Ellum Brewing, LLC, et al. v. Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. The court delivered a blow to Texas craft brewers, upholding Texas’ prohibition...more

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Liquor Control Board Weighs in on Alcohol Law Changes in Pennsylvania

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Of particular interest to Pennsylvania residents and those doing business in the Commonwealth is the focus on expanding the location and availability of alcohol beyond traditional licensees. A month after Act 39 of 2016...more

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Growlers, Howlers, and More: Navigating the Licensure of a Brewery in Rhode Island

Amongst beer enthusiasts, craft beers have become increasingly popular throughout the country in the past decade. With the efforts of local brew enthusiasts, Rhode Island has actively sought to reduce the licensing...more

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Tour Fee Can Vary Again in Georgia

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The Georgia Department of Revenue released a proposed rule Monday that would allow breweries in Georgia to charge different fees for admission on tours based on the amount of free tastings and the free souvenir. This...more

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Contract Brewing, Powdered Alcohol, Distillery Sales and More – What Does the N.C. Legislature Have in Store?

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The North Carolina Senate Finance Committee passed House Bill 909 on 27 May 2015, which would make several significant changes to North Carolina alcoholic beverage control (“ABC”) laws. The fourth edition of the bill...more

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North Carolina Beer Distribution Agreements

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In This Presentation: - The Choice: Brewery Self Distribution or Wholesaler Distribution - The Beer Franchise Law - Goals of Distribution Agreement - Checklist for Agreement - Excerpt from...more

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