Senator Chuck Shumer recently visited Cooperstown Brewery in Milford, New York to talk tax cuts. A lot of politicians are starting to see the benefit of stimulating the small brewing business.
The proposal would cut the excise tax in half, from Continue Reading →
Senator Chris Coons recently visited Dogfish Head Brewery in Milton, Delaware to discuss the Brewers Employment & Excise Relief Act. The Act seeks to stimulate small brewery business, and help them grow during a critical stage in development. Continue Reading →
There is a power play occurring in Wisconsin right now, between the big guys and the little guys. A provision was inserted into the states budget (pushed by Miller-Coors) that will essentially prevent growth of craft breweries in the state. Continue Reading →
Surly Brewing fans rejoice. Today is a good day. Beer legislation is working in your favor. In their 5th year, Surly has been planning a $20 million dollar “destination brewery.” This issue was Minnesota laws prevented the dream from being Continue Reading →
Surly Brewing has been planning an expansion after 5 years, with a rooftop restaurant & beer garden. A pesky 1933 law has kept them from moving forward with construction. Yesterday, the “Surly Bill” looks to have gained some Continue Reading →
Finally out of committee!!! From the Peach Pundit:
Sunday Sales advocates rejoice. The Senate Republican caucus has just voted and SB 10 will be allowed out of Rules and will be voted on as a stand alone bill, not as Continue Reading →
Creative Loafing’s “Fresh Loaf” is reporting that the Sunday Sales could see a floor vote today, but not as SB 10. Apparently there are enough senators demanding sunday sales see the light of day, so it has been attached to Continue Reading →
