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Lawmakers Agree On State Brewery, Winery Legislation

Story Published: Jun 14, 2012 at 2:15 PM EDT

Story Updated: Jun 14, 2012 at 2:15 PM EDT

Lawmakers in Albany have agreed upon legislation they say will help grow New York state's craft beer and winery industry.

Governor Andrew Cuomo, Majority Leader Dean Skelos and Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver announced the agreement Thursday.
 
They say the measure will support New York's breweries and wineries, increase demand for locally grown farm products and expand industry-related economic development and tourism.

The legislation is designed to protect an important tax benefit for small breweries that produce beer in New York, exempt breweries that produce small batches of beer from paying an annual State Liquor Authority fee, and create a Farm Brewery license that will allow craft brewers to expand their operations through opening restaurants or selling new products.

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Monday, May 20, 2013
, Watertown, NY

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