Bill
LB 113
LB 113 modernizes Nebraska's Liquor Control Act, adding new craft brewery licenses, increasing fees, extending renewals, and requiring more compliance checks for retailers.
LB 113 amends several provisions of the Nebraska Liquor Control Act, which regulates the manufacture, distribution, and sale of alcoholic beverages in the state. The main purpose of the bill is to update liquor licensing requirements and procedures to reflect changes in the industry.
The bill makes the following key changes:
Liquor License Types: Adds a new "craft brewery" license type for small-scale beer producers. Also expands the privileges of existing "microbrewery" and "farm winery" licenses.
License Fees: Increases certain liquor license fees, including a $500 increase for Class C retail licenses (restaurants/bars). Fees for new craft brewery licenses are set at $500.
License Renewals: Extends the renewal period for most liquor licenses from 1 year to 2 years. Also allows for online renewal applications.
Compliance Checks: Requires the Liquor Control Commission to conduct more frequent compliance checks on licensed establishments, up to 4 times per year.
Sunday Sales: Removes the requirement that establishments obtain a separate license for Sunday alcohol sales.
The bill primarily affects:
LB 113 was introduced on January 10, 2025. Portions of a related bill, LB 186, were later amended into LB 113 via AM843. The bill is currently awaiting a final floor vote in the Nebraska Legislature.
If passed, the provisions of LB 113 would generally take effect 3 months after the end of the legislative session.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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