Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that establishes new license requirements and restrictions over breweries in the state of New Jersey.

Highlights:

• Establishes new license requirements and restrictions over breweries in the state of New Jersey (Sec. 1).

• Repeals all food and event restrictions on breweries including limits on events held by craft alcohol manufacturers and allowing them to partner with restaurants and food trucks for food service (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that the state liquor license limit of one license per 3,000 residents shall remain unchanged but authorizes towns to reclaim liquor licenses that have been inactive for a minimum of 3 years (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall become effective immediately upon passage and approval by the governor (Sec. 7).

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