The bill amends the Nebraska Liquor Control Act to introduce new licensing provisions and modify existing regulations, including the establishment of an auction permit for auction houses to sell alcoholic liquor from defunct retailers or private collections. It also creates a wholesaler shipping license for out-of-state wholesalers to ship alcoholic liquor to licensed Nebraska wholesalers. The bill revises the licensing process for manufacturers, retailers, and wholesalers, including the introduction of new fees, such as a $1,000 fee for the wholesaler shipping license, and streamlines the application process by eliminating the requirement for duplicate written applications and reducing fingerprint submissions for background checks.

Additionally, the bill harmonizes the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission's licensing authority and updates the notification process for local governing body hearings on liquor licenses. It clarifies the responsibilities of primary suppliers and repeals outdated legal provisions. New reporting requirements for licensed manufacturers and wholesalers are established, along with a tax on individuals shipping liquor without paying the required taxes, with proceeds directed to the General Fund. The bill aims to enhance regulatory oversight, streamline the licensing process, and ensure compliance with state laws regarding the sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 53-101, 53-123.15, 53-124, 53-124.01, 53-130, 53-131.01, 53-134, 53-162, 53-165.01, 53-304
Final Reading: 53-101, 53-123.15, 53-124, 53-124.01, 53-130, 53-131.01, 53-134, 53-162, 53-165.01, 53-304
Slip Law: 53-101, 53-123.15, 53-124, 53-124.01, 53-130, 53-131.01, 53-134, 53-162, 53-165.01, 53-304