H.B. No. 4285 amends the Alcoholic Beverage Code to expand the storage capabilities of holders of passenger transportation permits. Specifically, the bill allows these permit holders to store alcoholic beverages in sealed containers of any size not only at airports regularly served by them but also at any location within five miles of such airports, provided that these locations are in the same county as the airport. This change is intended to enhance the operational flexibility of passenger transportation services regarding the handling of alcoholic beverages.

The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, following its passage in both the House and Senate with significant support. The amendment aims to align the storage regulations with the practical needs of transportation services while ensuring compliance with existing rules and regulations set forth by the commission.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Alcoholic Beverage Code 48.03 (Alcoholic Beverage Code 48)
House Committee Report: Alcoholic Beverage Code 48.03 (Alcoholic Beverage Code 48)
Engrossed: Alcoholic Beverage Code 48.03 (Alcoholic Beverage Code 48)
Senate Committee Report: Alcoholic Beverage Code 48.03 (Alcoholic Beverage Code 48)
Enrolled: Alcoholic Beverage Code 48.03 (Alcoholic Beverage Code 48)