Senate Bill 930 introduces new provisions regarding beer festivals conducted under temporary retail licenses in Wisconsin. The bill allows out-of-state brewers to sell and ship up to 155 gallons of beer directly to festival sponsors without requiring an out-of-state shippers permit, provided that the festival meets specific criteria, such as charging an admission fee and featuring beer from at least 25 different brewers. Additionally, the bill exempts beer provided to festival sponsors from occupational taxes and clarifies that the sales tax exemption for occasional sales does not apply to beer festival admissions or sales.

The bill also amends several existing statutes related to temporary Class B licenses and the sale and distribution of fermented malt beverages. It requires festival sponsors to notify the Division of Alcohol Beverages at least 15 days before the event, detailing the festival's date, location, and participating brewers. Furthermore, it renumbers and amends existing provisions to ensure compliance with the new regulations, including the definition of a festival and the conditions under which out-of-state brewers can operate. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the process for hosting beer festivals while ensuring compliance with state alcohol beverage laws.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 125.26(6), 125.26, 125.30(1), 125.30, 125.33(9)(a), 125.33, 125.34(2), 125.34, 125.34(5), 125.34(6)