The bill amends various sections of the Idaho Code concerning alcoholic beverage licensing and permit fees. It introduces a new permit fee of $50 for individuals or entities selling or dispensing packaged liquor for benevolent, charitable, or public purposes, while also revising the application process to require specific information about the event and the applicant. Additionally, the bill increases license fees for different categories, such as cities, common carriers, and golf courses, with scheduled increments for the coming years to ensure that fees align with current economic conditions.

Moreover, the bill raises annual license fees for brewers, wholesalers, dealers, and retailers, with specific increments planned for 2027 and 2028. It modifies the wine direct shipper permit process, allowing holders to ship a limited quantity of wine to Idaho residents aged 21 and older, while also increasing registration and renewal fees. New requirements for wine direct shipper permit holders include annual shipping reports and compliance with labeling regulations. The bill aims to streamline the regulatory framework for alcohol licensing in Idaho and enhance state revenue through increased fees, while also including a severability clause and an emergency provision for immediate effect.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 23-509B, 23-904, 23-1004, 23-1005A, 23-1007A, 23-1014, 23-1309A, 23-1315, 23-1317, 23-1336