HB5504

Relating to the manufacture, sale, and distribution of low-proof spirit alcohol products.

Introduced·2/13/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB5504 regulates the manufacture, sale, and distribution of low-proof spirit alcohol products.

West Virginia HB5504 establishes regulations for the manufacture, sale, and distribution of low-proof spirit alcohol products. The bill defines "low-proof spirit alcohol products" as alcoholic beverages containing 0.5% to 15.5% alcohol by volume, packaged in containers not exceeding 25 fluid ounces. It mandates that these products be distributed similarly to nonintoxicating beer, with specific rules for reporting and taxation. The bill also outlines penalties for failure to comply with the regulations and specifies that the provisions apply to the public interest, public safety, and welfare.

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History

Feb 13

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 13

House

To Judiciary

Feb 13

House

Introduced in House