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- Referred to commerce, economic development and small business
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Relates to the issuance of winery and cidery license for a certain premises in Orange County
In Assembly Committee · Economic Development · Sponsor Aileen Gunther
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Title of bill
An act to amend the alcoholic beverage control law, in relation to winery and cidery licenses issued for a premises in Orange County
Purpose
To amend the alcoholic beverage control law to allow for on-premises consumption of cider.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 adds a new subdivision 3-b to section 58 of the alcoholic beverage control law to allow a person holding a cider producer license for a specific premise located in Orange County to conduct tastings of, and sell at retail for consumption on or off the premises, any cider produced by the licensee at any other location. Further, this section provides that for tastings and sales for on-premises consumption, a cider production licensee must regularly make food available for sale or service to retail customers for consumption on the premises. Subdivision 3-b also lists specific foods to be made available that will keep the licensee in compliance with this section.
Section 2 adds a new subdivision 4-b to section 76 of the alcoholic beverage control law to allow a person holding a winery license for a specific premise located in Orange County to conduct tastings of, and sell at retail for consumption on or off the premises, any wine produced by the licensee at any other location. Further, this section provides that for tastings and sales for on-premises consumption, a winery licensee must regularly make food available for sale or service to retail customers for consumption on the premises. Subdivision 4-b also lists specific foods to be made available that will keep the licensee in compliance with this section.
Section 3 sets forth an immediate effective date.
Justification
The heart of the New York Hudson River Valley apple region was selected for the establishment of a new cidery to be dedicated to research and developing innovative cider varieties. Its focus will be on apple varieties grown in or native to New York, and to promote the New York hard cider industry through its visitor center and tasting room. By experimenting with growing new apple varieties and expanding the range of apples best suited for cider-making, the hope is that the cider-making industry will become an even greater force in the Hudson Valley and New York State.
It is anticipated that the cidery will be a significant draw for visitors to the area who will learn about cider-making and the rich history of the Hudson Valley region. On-premises consumption of the wide-variety of hard ciders will enhance the experience of visitors, leading to greater interest in the cider industry in New York State.
Legislative history
New bill.
Fiscal implications
None to state.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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