This bill amends and reenacts section 64-7-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to authorize the Alcohol Beverage Control Commissioner to promulgate a legislative rule concerning the sale of wine and hard cider. The bill specifically references a legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on August 20, 2024, and subsequently modified to address the concerns of the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on November 14, 2024.

The purpose of this legislation is to provide the necessary authorization for the Alcohol Beverage Control Commissioner to implement regulations related to the sale of wine and hard cider, thereby ensuring compliance with state law and addressing any regulatory needs in this area. The section being amended is new, and as such, there are no deletions or existing legal language being altered.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-7-1