New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S1280

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Eliminates restriction on sale of beer by limited brewery licensee for on-premises consumption only when in connection with tour; requires licensee to provide tours during certain business hours.

Impact

The changes proposed by S1280 are likely to have a significant impact on the operations of limited breweries in New Jersey. By enhancing their ability to sell beer for on-site consumption without mandatory tours, breweries can better accommodate customers, potentially leading to increased sales and customer satisfaction. The requirement for providing tours means that they still engage visitors and promote their brewing processes, which can foster a unique customer experience while addressing operational feasibility aspects.

Summary

Senate Bill S1280 modifies current regulations for limited brewery licenses in New Jersey. Under the existing framework, limited breweries were restricted to selling beer on-site only if the sale was connected to a tour of the brewery. This bill seeks to eliminate that requirement, allowing consumers to enjoy on-premises consumption of beverages without the prerequisite of taking a tour. However, the bill mandates that breweries must still offer tours during standard business hours when feasible, thereby keeping the educational aspect of brewery operations intact.

Contention

While supporters advocate that this bill will benefit both consumers and breweries by simplifying purchasing processes, there may be concerns from local governments or public health advocates regarding the implications of increased on-premises consumption. Critics may argue that removing the tour requirement could diminish the educational value offered by breweries and create a more bar-like environment, which could lead to increased consumption without the same level of awareness of responsible drinking.

Companion Bills

NJ A1592

Same As Eliminates restriction on sale of beer by limited brewery licensee for on-premises consumption only when in connection with tour; requires licensee to provide tours during certain business hours.

NJ A1813

Carry Over Eliminates restriction on sale of beer by limited brewery licensee for on-premises consumption only when in connection with tour; requires licensee to provide tours during certain business hours.

NJ S3083

Carry Over Eliminates restriction on sale of beer by limited brewery licensee for on-premises consumption only when in connection with tour; requires licensee to provide tours during certain business hours.

Previously Filed As

NJ S3083

Eliminates restriction on sale of beer by limited brewery licensee for on-premises consumption only when in connection with tour; requires licensee to provide tours during certain business hours.

NJ A1813

Eliminates restriction on sale of beer by limited brewery licensee for on-premises consumption only when in connection with tour; requires licensee to provide tours during certain business hours.

NJ A1592

Eliminates restriction on sale of beer by limited brewery licensee for on-premises consumption only when in connection with tour; requires licensee to provide tours during certain business hours.

NJ S2347

Removes requirement that limited brewery licensees provide tour when selling beer to consumers and permits certain food consumption on premise.

NJ A3840

Removes requirement that limited brewery licensees provide tour when selling beer to consumers and permits certain food consumption on premise.

NJ A637

Allows consumption of food on limited brewery premises.

NJ A3105

Allows consumption of food on limited brewery premises.

NJ A3447

Changes certain requirements for limited brewery licensees.

NJ S1219

Revises certain licensee filing requirements for alcoholic beverage price lists; removes requirement that limited brewery and distillery licensees provide tour when selling certain alcoholic beverages to consumers.

NJ S1332

Revises certain licensee filing requirements for alcoholic beverage price lists; removes requirement that limited brewery and distillery licensees provide tour when selling certain alcoholic beverages to consumers.

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NJ S2330

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NJ S1267

Allows certain breweries to operate off-premises retail salesrooms; permits breweries and wineries to operate joint salesrooms.

NJ S2418

Allows certain breweries to operate off-premises retail salesrooms; permits breweries and wineries to operate joint salesrooms.

NJ A3448

Allows certain breweries to operate off-premises retail salesrooms; permits breweries and wineries to operate joint salesrooms.

NJ A4355

Allows certain breweries to operate off-premises retail salesrooms; permits breweries and wineries to operate joint salesrooms.

NJ A569

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NJ A3839

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NJ S1172

Increases craft distillery production limits; eliminates tour requirement for on-premises consumption; permits sale of snacks on craft distillery premises.