The bill amends Section 3-6-1 of the General Laws in Chapter 3-6, which pertains to manufacturing and wholesale licenses for alcoholic beverages. It introduces new provisions that allow manufacturers to sell one one-sixth (1/6) barrel keg of malt beverage produced on the premises per day. Additionally, it clarifies the definitions and limits for the sale of beverages for on-premises consumption, specifying the amounts of malt beverages, distilled spirits, and wine that can be sold to visitors. The bill also emphasizes that all manufacturer licenses conducting retail sales or providing samples must comply with alcohol server training and liquor liability insurance requirements.

Furthermore, the bill updates the language regarding the sale of distilled spirits by replacing "of spirits" with "of spirits" in the context of on-premises consumption limits. It maintains the existing fee structure for various types of manufacturers, with annual fees ranging from $500 to $3,000 based on production levels. The act is set to take effect upon passage, streamlining the regulations surrounding the sale of alcoholic beverages by manufacturers.

Statutes affected:
2415: 3-6-1