The bill, S.B. No. 2923, amends Chapter 37 of the Alcoholic Beverage Code in Texas to facilitate operating agreements between holders of distiller's and rectifier's permits and nonresident sellers. Specifically, it allows nonresident sellers who own a distillery outside of Texas and hold a distiller's and rectifier's permit, or whose affiliates meet these criteria, to enter into agreements with in-state distilleries. This agreement permits the nonresident sellers to engage in various activities on the permitted premises, including the manufacture, rectification, and sale of distilled spirits and wines.

Key insertions in the bill clarify the eligibility of nonresident sellers and their affiliates in relation to holding the necessary permits. The bill outlines the specific activities that can be conducted under these agreements, such as mixing, bottling, and selling finished products both within Texas and to authorized entities outside the state. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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