The bill amends RCW 66.28.295 to enhance support for Washington's wine industry by allowing greater flexibility in licensing for domestic wineries and breweries. Notably, it introduces provisions that permit a licensed domestic winery to hold a spirits, beer, and wine restaurant license or a beer and/or wine restaurant license at additional winery locations, thereby extending the same privileges and endorsements as those attached to the primary licenses. Additionally, the bill allows retail licensees with a caterer's endorsement to operate on domestic winery premises, and it clarifies the eligibility of certain organizations and charitable nonprofits to hold retail licenses or special occasion licenses, provided they meet specific criteria related to their governance.

The bill also includes several insertions that expand the rights of various license holders, such as allowing individuals with specific licenses to distribute and sell their own products directly to consumers. It emphasizes the importance of both public and private financing for organizations promoting Washington wines and ensures that the governance of these organizations includes representatives from licensed domestic wineries. Overall, the amendments aim to bolster the state's wine industry by streamlining licensing processes and enhancing the operational capabilities of wineries and breweries.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 66.28.295