Wyoming Senate Bill SF0064

Wyoming 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/13/23
• Failed: 2/7/23

Caption

Malt beverage manufacturer-amendments.

Impact

By excluding smaller manufacturers from certain regulatory provisions, SF0064 could stimulate local brewing businesses in Wyoming. Supporters of the bill argue that this change will promote more competition within the malt beverage industry, potentially leading to a diversity of offerings in the market. This amendment may assist microbreweries and other small brewing operations in gaining a foothold in the Wyoming beverage distribution scene, supporting economic growth and local job creation.

Summary

Senate File 0064 aims to amend existing legislation governing the relation between malt beverage manufacturers and distributors in Wyoming. The bill specifies that the provisions governing the relationships between malt beverage distributors and manufacturers will not apply to manufacturers that are under a certain size. This regulation seeks to provide a more flexible framework for smaller manufacturers, allowing them to operate with fewer constraints that could hinder their market participation and growth.

Contention

While the bill is primarily aimed at benefiting smaller brewers, there may be contention surrounding what qualifies as a 'small' manufacturer. Larger malt beverage manufacturers may express concerns regarding fairness in competition and regulatory integrity. If implemented, opponents might argue that the legislation undermines critical regulatory protections that ensure equitable relationships among larger distributors and manufacturers, which has the potential to distort market dynamics in favor of smaller entities.