Oklahoma 2023 Regular Session

Oklahoma House Bill HB1601

Introduced
2/6/23  
Refer
2/7/23  

Caption

Alcoholic beverages; alcoholic beverage gift basket license; license fee; effective date.

Impact

The bill sets forth specific requirements that license holders must adhere to, including the obligation to purchase alcoholic beverages from licensed wholesale distributors in Oklahoma. Additionally, it mandates that all deliveries must comply with the applicable laws of the destination state, which can affect how Oklahoma-based businesses operate in other jurisdictions. Licensees must ensure that deliveries are signed for by individuals who are at least 21 years of age, thereby promoting age compliance in alcohol distribution practices.

Summary

House Bill 1601 introduces the concept of an 'alcoholic beverage gift basket license' which allows holders to sell and deliver gift baskets containing alcoholic beverages, such as beer, wine, and spirits, to consumers outside of Oklahoma. This legislative proposal outlines a structured approach to facilitate the sale of alcoholic gift baskets while ensuring compliance with the laws of the recipient states. It defines the operational parameters for these sales, maintaining a focus on responsible distribution and legal accountability.

Contention

There could be potential points of contention around the enforcement of this legislation, particularly concerning how out-of-state laws are interpreted and implemented by Oklahoma businesses. Questions may arise regarding the administrative burden imposed on small businesses to understand and comply with varying laws across states. Moreover, the requirement for record-keeping and reporting to the ABLE Commission may be perceived as an extra layer of regulation that could hinder small operators in the beverage industry.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OK HB1601

Alcoholic beverages; alcoholic beverage gift basket license; license fee; effective date.

OK HB3868

Alcoholic beverages; alcoholic beverage gift basket license; license fee; delivery responsibility; effective date.

OK SB1046

Alcoholic beverages; licenses; establishing certain limits for licensure. Effective date.

OK SB1094

Alcoholic beverage licenses; allowing certain licensees to sell certain beverages for off-premise consumption. Effective date.

OK HB2804

Alcoholic beverages; prohibited acts of licensees; effective date.

OK HB1377

Alcoholic beverages; retail spirits licenses; retail beer and wine licenses; discounts; Veterans; effective date.

OK HB2354

Alcoholic beverages; grocery stores; licenses; winemaking; self-distribution license; effective date.

OK HB2354

Alcoholic beverages; grocery stores; licenses; winemaking; self-distribution license; effective date.

OK SB1057

Alcoholic beverages; allowing mixed beverage licenses be used by certain entity. Effective date.

OK SB809

Alcoholic beverages; allowing certain licensee to participate in curbside pickup or delivery of sealed alcoholic beverages. Effective date.

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