The bill amends section 561.14 of the Florida Statutes to allow licensed vendors who sell alcoholic beverages at retail to have an ownership interest in the production of those beverages under certain conditions. Specifically, it states that when a licensed vendor purchases or acquires alcoholic beverages for resale, they may hold an ownership interest in the production of those beverages, provided that all production, distribution, and retail sales comply with the Beverage Law.

Additionally, the bill maintains existing restrictions on vendors, such as prohibiting them from purchasing alcoholic beverages from unlicensed individuals and limiting purchases between members of a pool buying group. The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 1629 Filed: 561.14