House Bill No. by Representative Lacombe amends the existing law regarding permits for microdistillers in Louisiana. The bill modifies R.S. 26:71(A)(3)(d) to establish two types of Class A retail liquor permits for microdistillers. The first permit, which costs $1,000, allows the holder to distill, make, blend, rectify, or process up to 12,000 gallons of alcoholic beverages per year. The second permit, introduced by this bill, costs $100 and permits the holder to distill, make, blend, rectify, or process up to 1,000 gallons of alcoholic beverages per year.

The bill aims to provide a more accessible option for smaller microdistillers by lowering the permit cost and the allowable production limit. This change is intended to support the growth of small-scale distilling operations in the state, thereby promoting local businesses and enhancing the variety of alcoholic beverages available to consumers.

Statutes affected:
HB541 Original: 26:71(A)(3)