The bill H.921 amends various provisions related to the regulation of alcoholic beverages in Vermont. One significant change is the extension of the term length for members of the Board of Liquor and Lottery from three years to four years. Additionally, the bill modifies the limits on the amounts of alcoholic beverages that can be distributed by fourth-class licensees at farmers markets and tasting rooms, allowing for greater quantities and types of beverages. It also removes the specific hours during which alcoholic beverages can be sold for off-premises consumption, thereby repealing the previous restriction of sales between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.

Further amendments include the reduction of the notice period for retail tasting permits from five days to one business day, and the removal of the requirement for certified checks for solicitors' licenses. The bill also eliminates the sunset provision for special venue serving permits, allowing art galleries, retail establishments, public libraries, and museums to continue hosting events where alcoholic beverages are served. Lastly, it clarifies the definition and conditions under which caterers can serve alcoholic beverages at functions outside of their licensed premises. The effective dates for these changes vary, with some provisions taking effect immediately upon passage and others on July 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 7-101, 7-224, 7-230, 7-252, 7-255, 7-271, 7-275, 7-254
As Passed By the House -- Official: 7-101, 7-224, 7-230, 7-252, 7-255, 7-271, 7-275, 7-254
As Passed By the House -- Unofficial: 7-101, 7-224, 7-230, 7-252, 7-255, 7-271, 7-275, 7-254
As Passed by Both House and Senate -- Official: 7-101, 7-224, 7-230, 7-252, 7-255, 7-271, 7-275, 7-254, 7-241
As Passed by Both House and Senate -- Unofficial: 7-101, 7-224, 7-230, 7-252, 7-255, 7-271, 7-275, 7-254, 7-241