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Second WA Low-Proof Beverage Bill Advances in Senate

February 11, 2022

As reported from Senate committee, S.B. 5049 defines low-proof beverage to mean any beverage that is 16 ounces or less and contains more than 0.5 percent and less than 7 percent alcohol by volume, but does not include wine, malt …Read More

Written By Pete Johnson , State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

Pete Johnson serves as the State & Regulatory Affairs Manager for the Brewers Association (BA). He joined the BA at its inception in 2005, having previously worked as Programs Director for the Brewers Association of America. Before coming to the small brewing industry in 2001, Pete worked for 14 years with both state and federal elected officials in Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.

Takeout Alcohol Extension Sought in RI

February 11, 2022

Amended prior to Senate passage, Senate Bill 2153 seeks to void the March 1, 2022, sunset provision contained in the act authorizing a holder of a Class B or brew pub manufacturer’s license to sell specified amounts of wine, beer …Read More

Written By Pete Johnson , State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

Pete Johnson serves as the State & Regulatory Affairs Manager for the Brewers Association (BA). He joined the BA at its inception in 2005, having previously worked as Programs Director for the Brewers Association of America. Before coming to the small brewing industry in 2001, Pete worked for 14 years with both state and federal elected officials in Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.

Temporary Import License Considered in WV

February 11, 2022

House Bill 4397 seeks to authorize temporary 30-day licenses for out-of-state nonintoxicating beer brewers to import beer for test marketing and distribute to festivals and samplings. Read More

Written By Pete Johnson , State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

Pete Johnson serves as the State & Regulatory Affairs Manager for the Brewers Association (BA). He joined the BA at its inception in 2005, having previously worked as Programs Director for the Brewers Association of America. Before coming to the small brewing industry in 2001, Pete worked for 14 years with both state and federal elected officials in Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.

Utah ABC Act Amendments Sought

February 11, 2022

S.B. 176 seeks to amend a variety of provisions of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act and related provisions in part contained in the Malted Beverage Act addressing labeling and packaging and the power of relevant state commissions and departments to …Read More

Written By Pete Johnson , State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

Pete Johnson serves as the State & Regulatory Affairs Manager for the Brewers Association (BA). He joined the BA at its inception in 2005, having previously worked as Programs Director for the Brewers Association of America. Before coming to the small brewing industry in 2001, Pete worked for 14 years with both state and federal elected officials in Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.

VA Privatization Proposal Fails to Advance

February 11, 2022

Held in subcommittee, H.B. 328 seeks to privatize the sale of alcoholic beverages in Virginia. Read More

Written By Pete Johnson , State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

Pete Johnson serves as the State & Regulatory Affairs Manager for the Brewers Association (BA). He joined the BA at its inception in 2005, having previously worked as Programs Director for the Brewers Association of America. Before coming to the small brewing industry in 2001, Pete worked for 14 years with both state and federal elected officials in Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.

WA Low-Proof Beverage Bill Heard in Committee

February 11, 2022

Subject of a committee hearing, House Bill 1734 would impose a tax on the sale of low-proof beverages in the amount of $1.19 per gallon and defines such beverages as any beverage that is 16 ounces or less and that …Read More

Written By Pete Johnson , State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

State & Regulatory Affairs Manager

Pete Johnson serves as the State & Regulatory Affairs Manager for the Brewers Association (BA). He joined the BA at its inception in 2005, having previously worked as Programs Director for the Brewers Association of America. Before coming to the small brewing industry in 2001, Pete worked for 14 years with both state and federal elected officials in Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.

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Fundamentals of Brewery Traceability

Collab Hour February 10, 2022 Speaker(s): Heather Muzzy Caron

This webinar focuses on the three major components of a successful traceability program: labeling, tracking, and practicing tracing.Read More

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Treasury Department Publishes Competition in the Markets for Beer, Wine, and Spirits Report

February 9, 2022

We applaud the Treasury Department's recommendations on how to improve competition in the beverage alcohol industry, many of which align with the Brewers Association’s submitted comments.Read More

Written By Bob Pease , President & CEO

President & CEO

Bob Pease is president & CEO of the Brewers Association, the national trade association representing small and independent American craft brewers. In his role, Pease is responsible for the strategic development and tactical execution of the association’s mission in the areas of membership development, events, media relations, and government affairs. He has led the charge to strengthen the small brewer’s voice in Washington, D.C.

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USDA Awards Increased Funding for BA Export Development Program in 2022

February 9, 2022

The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service increased Brewers Association funding to promote American craft beer internationally.Read More

Written By Steve Parr , Director of International Relations

Director of International Relations

Steve is the international relations director at the Brewers Association. In his role, Steve manages the Export Development Program (EDP) which educates international trade and media about the quality and diversity of products offered by American craft brewers and helps member breweries grow their business in international markets. Prior to his role as EDP manager, Steve spent six and a half years as the assistant director of the American Homebrewers Association helping small & independent brewers and homebrew retailers expand their reach among homebrewers. He lives in Boulder, Colo., where he is a homebrewer, Certified BJCP beer judge, and Advanced Cicerone®.

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2021 American Craft Beer Experience in Japan: A Review

February 8, 2022

The presence of American craft beer in Japan remains at an all-time high. The BA Export Development Program reviews 2021 marketing efforts.Read More

Written By Steve Parr , Director of International Relations

Director of International Relations

Steve is the international relations director at the Brewers Association. In his role, Steve manages the Export Development Program (EDP) which educates international trade and media about the quality and diversity of products offered by American craft brewers and helps member breweries grow their business in international markets. Prior to his role as EDP manager, Steve spent six and a half years as the assistant director of the American Homebrewers Association helping small & independent brewers and homebrew retailers expand their reach among homebrewers. He lives in Boulder, Colo., where he is a homebrewer, Certified BJCP beer judge, and Advanced Cicerone®.

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