The proposed bill aims to amend the existing laws regarding alcoholic beverages in Arkansas by establishing a new "winery private club permit." This permit would allow holders to operate a winery private club, which includes the ability to manufacture, produce, or bottle up to 10,000 cases of wine annually, store wine, and sell both on-premises and off-premises. Additionally, the permit would enable the club to serve complimentary wine samples, sell to wholesale dealers, and conduct wine-tasting events for educational or promotional purposes.

The bill specifies that the Director of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Division can issue this permit even in dry areas, provided the applicant follows the necessary permit procedures. Notably, the winery private club permit holder is not required to serve food on the premises, which is a significant change from typical requirements for alcohol-serving establishments. This legislation aims to enhance the wine industry in Arkansas by providing more flexible operational guidelines for winery private clubs.