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HB 113

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Provides relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages in Washington Parish

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Wyble

Louisiana Act 308 modifies alcoholic beverage sale regulations in Washington Parish, effective August 1, 2025, with specific regulatory changes requiring local legislative review.

Becomes Act No. 308 without the Governor's signature.
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Bill Summary · HB 113

Legislative bill overview

HB 113 modifies regulations governing the sale of alcoholic beverages specifically within Washington Parish, Louisiana. The bill became law without gubernatorial signature on June 16, 2025, and takes effect August 1, 2025. The specific regulatory changes are not detailed in the provided legislative history.

Why is this important

Local alcohol regulations directly affect businesses, tax revenue, and community standards within Washington Parish. Changes to beverage sales rules can expand or restrict retail operations, impact consumer access, and influence local economic activity and public health considerations.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope ambiguity: Without knowing specific provisions, the bill could either liberalize sales (potentially increasing access and tax revenue) or impose new restrictions (affecting businesses and consumers)
  • Local vs. state authority: Parish-level alcohol regulations may conflict with state law or create competitive disparities between parishes
  • Business impact: Depending on provisions, the bill could benefit or burden existing retailers, bars, restaurants, and wholesale distributors in the parish

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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