The bill H.51 proposes amendments to the licensing regulations for alcoholic beverages in Vermont. It allows holders of fourth-class licenses to sell products from up to eight additional manufacturers or rectifiers, an increase from the previous limit of five. Additionally, it introduces provisions for manufacturers of malt beverages to obtain a retail shipping license, enabling them to ship their products to first- and second-class licensees.

The bill also amends existing statutes to include malt beverages alongside vinous beverages in various licensing contexts. Specifically, it allows licensed manufacturers or rectifiers of either type of beverage to apply for a retail shipping license and sell up to 5,000 gallons per year to first- or second-class licensees, with a cap of 100 gallons per month to any single licensee. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 7-224, 7-278