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A Senate bill sponsored by Sen. Tom Whatley, R-Auburn, would allow small farmer-owned wineries the ability to sell and distribute their products more competitively. In a time when more consumers are clamoring for locally sourced produce, it might seem odd that Alabama’s homegrown wine industry is grossly prohibited from selling its products to Alabamians. For … Continued

Tuesday the Maryland Healthcare for All Coalition released a video demonstrating their position that high alcohol and tobacco taxes to address public health issues saves lives. The video follows a comprehensive study from the Abell Foundation showing steep reductions in alcohol consumption and tobacco use, especially among young people, after tax increases were enacted. “The … Continued

By Jim Eddins As a small vineyard and winery owner in Alabama since 1971 (45 years), I have experience with adult beverage laws and taxes. Perennial adult beverage legislation, sponsored by the usual suspects, is caused by globalized competition for beer, wine and spirits. A legal concept, a.k.a., the Three-Tier System, is unique to the … Continued

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY–Representative Mac McCutcheon has announced that he will seek a third term to represent district 25 in the Alabama House of Representatives. The 25th district represents parts of Limestone and Madison counties. McCutcheon lives in Huntsville with his wife, Debbie. Together, they have two children and several grandchildren. He is … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter In 48 of the 50 states in the Union it is legal for an American citizen to brew his own beer for his own consumption.  This is actually a popular hobby for hundreds of thousands of people across the country.  It is however a criminal pastime in the state … Continued