Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research | BILL ANALYSIS |
State Government & Tribal Affairs Committee |
HB 1529
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a statement of legislative intent. |
Brief Description: Concerning the sale of liquor-related products in state liquor stores.
Sponsors: Representatives Fitzgibbon, Hunt, Orwall, Reykdal, Appleton, Ormsby and Darneille.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 2/7/11
Staff: Joan Elgee (786-7106).
Background:
The Liquor Control Board (Board) operates the state liquor stores; oversees contract liquor stores; issues liquor licenses and permits; regulates the manufacture, distribution and sale of beer and wine; enforces liquor and tobacco laws; conducts education; and collects taxes.
Under current law, products the Board sells in state liquor stores are limited to liquor.
Summary of Bill:
The Liquor Control Board may sell liquor related products in state liquor stores.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Requested.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of the session in which the bill is passed.