Bill
HB 2098
85(R) - 2017
House Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate Business & Commerce
House Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate Business & Commerce
Alcoholic Beverage Code
Vote Recommendation
Yes
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Positive
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
Author(s)
Charlie Geren
Sponsor(s)
Kirk Watson
Bill Caption
Relating to allowing certain wholesalers and distributors to purchase beer, ale, and malt liquor from the holder of a brewpub license.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
HB 2098 would allow the holder of a wholesaler's permit to purchase ale and malt liquor from holders of brewpub licenses. Additionally, the holder of a local class B wholesaler's permit would be allowed to purchase malt and vinous liquor from holders of brewpub licenses.
The bill would also authorize the holder of a local distributor's license to receive beer from brewpubs and other distributors, and to sell and distribute beer to certain permit holders. license holders or other distributors.
Vote Recommendation Notes
Texas Action supports this bill. HB 2098 upholds our principle of free markets by allowing certain permit holders to have more freedom to purchase products from brewpub license holders. Opening up transactions in this highly regulated industry supports our principle of promoting a free market.
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