West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session
The purpose of this bill is to simplify and consolidate WVABCA license structure and fees and provide licensees with additional services for no additional fee. Many licenses are eliminated but the purpose or activity is retained in a new license but with less overall licenses. Certain new privileges are granted with retail liquor outlets being permitted to sell stagnant liquor below cost, beer fees are included with wine, liquor, and private club type licenses; up to six beer floorplan extensions are free for every Class A retail dealer; persons purchasing barrels from a distillery, mini-distillery, or micro-distillery will be permitted to transport in excess of 10 gallons of liquor; distilleries, mini-distilleries, and micro-distilleries will be permitted to sell their manufactured liquor within their market zone or contiguous market zone; wine clubs may obtain a free license to operate wine tasting dinners in licensed premises; certain licensees get beer, wine, and craft cocktail growlers for no additional fee; certain licensees get beer, wine and liquor or craft cocktail growler delivery for no additional fee; and certain licensees get curbside delivery via an application…
To House Finance (2026-03-05)