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HB 2466

An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in licenses and regulations and liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, providing for event permits and further providing for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Nate Davidson and 4 co-sponsors

HB 2466 would revise Pennsylvania liquor licenses and event permits, adjusting sales rules, permit requirements, and penalties for unlawful acts by licensees.

Referred to Liquor Control
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Bill Summary · HB 2466

Summary of HB 2466 (Pennsylvania, 2025-2026)

Purpose

HB 2466 proposes amendments to the Liquor Code (Act of April 12, 1951, P.L. 90, No. 21) to modify licensing and regulatory provisions related to liquor, alcohol, and malt/beverage licenses. The bill also addresses event permits and unlawful acts involving malt or brewed beverages and licensees. The primary aim is to refine how licenses operate, expand or adjust permissions for licensees, and clarify unlawful conduct related to licensed alcohol activities.

Key Provisions (as described in the bill title and scope)

  • Licenses and regulations: Revisions to existing licensure requirements, permit requirements, or regulatory standards for liquor licensees. This could include changes to eligibility, renewal processes, fee structures, limits, or operational obligations for licensees.
  • Sales by liquor licensees: Modifications to the rules governing how licensees may sell malt, brewed beverages, and other alcoholic beverages. This may affect allowed sale hours, multiple-product sales, on-site vs. off-site consumption, or delivery provisions.
  • Event permits: Introduction or adjustment of permits specifically for events, potentially expanding permissions for licensees to host events, sample tastings, or temporary sales at special occasions. This may include application procedures, permit duration, capacity limits, and compliance requirements.
  • Unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees: Clarifications or additions to prohibited acts, penalties, or enforcement related to malt or brewed beverage operations and licensed entities. This could address issues such as unlawful sales, distribution, misrepresentation, or unsafe serving practices.

Note: The bill’s exact text would provide precise language on all provisions, including any new definitions, exceptions, or transitional rules.

Who Is Affected

  • Licensed liquor and malt beverage licensees in Pennsylvania (breweries, wineries, distilleries, taverns, bars, and other establishments holding liquor licenses or brew/beverage licenses).
  • Event organizers and venues that rely on licensee-permitted events or special event permits.
  • Consumers who purchase or consume alcohol under the modified licensing framework, particularly if sales, hours, or event permissions change.
  • Regulatory bodies within the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (or the designated licensing authority) responsible for issuing licenses, permits, and enforcing compliance.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Current stage: Referred to the Liquor Control Committee (as of 2026-05-04). This indicates the bill is being considered by the Pennsylvania House's Liquor Control Committee for hearings, potential amendments, and vote before moving to the full chamber.
  • Sponsor leadership:
    • Main sponsor and co-sponsors include: La'Tasha Mayes, Valerie Gaydos, Chad Reichard, Nate Davidson, and Carol Hill-Evans. Collaboration across diverse districts may reflect broader policy goals.
  • Next steps in process (typical for PA bills):
    • Committee hearings and potential amendments.
    • Committee vote to advance to the full House (or table).
    • Floor consideration by the House, then potential passage to the Senate and eventual signature or veto by the Governor.
    • If enacted, regulations would be implemented per the bill’s effective date, with any phase-in periods or transitional provisions spelled out in the final text.

Potential Impacts to Monitor

  • Changes in licensee operations, including sales practices, hours of operation, event hosting, and permit requirements.
  • Financial implications for licensees due to fee changes, permit costs, or compliance requirements.
  • Consumer access to alcohol products, including availability at events and permissible sales channels.
  • Enforcement posture and penalties for unlawful acts related to malt/beverages and licensees.

If you’d like, I can pull the bill’s full text or committee actions to provide precise language, definitions, and any dates or transition provisions included in HB 2466.

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

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