Bill H.857 aims to align Vermont's regulations on alcoholic beverages and cannabis with the state's general health policies. A key provision of the bill prohibits holders of alcoholic beverage retail licenses from commingling alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages within the same retail display. This change is intended to promote clearer distinctions between these types of products in retail environments.

Additionally, the bill proposes to allocate funds to the Cannabis Control Board for an independent legal analysis of state regulations concerning cannabis advertising. This analysis is expected to help ensure that cannabis advertising practices are consistent with Vermont's health policies and regulatory framework. Overall, H.857 seeks to enhance public health standards in the retail sale of alcoholic beverages and cannabis.