The bill amends several sections of Washington state liquor laws to enhance advertising opportunities for liquor licensees who are authorized to conduct tastings or provide complimentary alcohol. A new section is added to chapter 66.28 RCW, allowing specific licensees, such as domestic breweries, wineries, and grocery stores with tasting endorsements, to advertise their offerings of free tastings or complimentary alcohol to the public, provided that such advertising does not target youth. The bill also clarifies that this new advertising provision does not alter existing restrictions on liquor advertising or expand the privileges of licensees beyond what they are currently authorized to offer.

Additionally, the bill makes several amendments to existing laws, including updating age references from "twenty-one" to "21" and adjusting the maximum allowable sizes for servings of beer and wine. It also removes previous restrictions on advertising for day spas and grocery stores, allowing them to promote their complimentary offerings more freely. The annual fees for various permits and endorsements are also specified, with some fees being adjusted to reflect current standards. Overall, the bill aims to provide more flexibility in advertising for liquor licensees while maintaining responsible consumption practices.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 66.20.400, 66.24.175, 66.24.170, 66.24.035