New Bill Promotes Connecticut Craft Breweries

From Rep. James Albis: Representative James Albis (D-East Haven) announced House passage of a bill he authored to allow a farm brewery permit and push for a designation of "Connecticut Craft Beer," to promote farmers to grow hops and barley and encourage them to brew their own beer or sell to other craft breweries in Connecticut.

“Craft brewing is a growing industry in Connecticut and my proposal would help further grow these entrepreneurial small businesses and create jobs in our state,” Rep. Albis said. “I am pleased that the House voted unanimously on this measure and I look forward to strong support in the Senate as well. This bill will give all craft brewers the opportunity to use Connecticut grown ingredients and advertise their beer as truly home grown.”

House Bill #5928 establishes a farm brewery manufacturer permit, which allows the manufacture and wholesale distribution and sale of beer manufactured at any place or premises located on a farm. The bill also allows, after fulfilling certain ingredient requirements, the labeling and selling of products as “Connecticut Craft Beer.”

The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration. The Connecticut General Assembly 2017 Regular Session began January 4th and adjourns June 7th.

Albis represents East Haven’s 99th Assembly District. He is Deputy Majority Leader and serves on the Finance Revenue and Bonding, Transportation, and Insurance Committees.

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