The bill amends section 1333.82 of the Revised Code to revise the Alcohol Franchise Law in Ohio. Key changes include a new definition of "Manufacturer," which now specifies that it does not include any person producing less than two hundred fifty thousand barrels of beer a year. This amendment aims to clarify the scope of manufacturers subject to the law and potentially reduce regulatory burdens on smaller producers.

Additionally, the bill maintains existing definitions for terms such as "Alcoholic beverages," "Distributor," "Franchise," "Good faith," "Brand," and "Sales area or territory." The existing section 1333.82 is repealed, indicating a complete overhaul of the previous legal framework governing alcohol franchises in the state. This legislative update reflects an effort to modernize and streamline the regulations surrounding the distribution and sale of alcoholic beverages in Ohio.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 1333.82