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New Bipartisan Bill Could Lift Ban on USPS Alcohol Shipping
On May 18, 2021, congressional bi-partisan co-sponsors introduced the USPS Shipping Equity Act, a bill that would allow the Postal Service to ship beverage alcohol
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Kansas Now Requires Licenses for All Fulfillment Houses in DtC Wine Shipments
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly signed HB 2137 into law on May 19, 2021, establishing new regulations affecting the direct-to-consumer (DtC) wine shipments in the state.
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Cheers to 2021: Sovos ShipCompliant Wine Summit Recap
Last month, Sovos ShipCompliant hosted its 16th annual Wine Summit. The virtual event featured sessions and keynotes devoted to regulatory updates, education and how the
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How Recent Product Registration Online (PRO) Renewal Enhancements Simplify Workflows
Sovos ShipCompliant recently announced new Product Registration Online (PRO) renewal enhancements that will help suppliers and states ensure even more efficient workflows. With these changes,
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DtC Wine Shippers have Increased Permitted Volume in Oregon and Wyoming
Oregon Governor Kate Brown signed SB 406 into law on May 21, 2021, more than doubling the amount DtC winer Shippers with permits may ship
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The Data: Wine DtC Shipments and Off-Premise Retail (April 2021 Special Report)
As the global pandemic slowly eases, wine producers, retailers and consumers continue to be impacted by fluctuations in wine direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipments. Watching marketplace data
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Alabama is Latest State to Permit Direct-to-Consumer Wine Shipping
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed HB 437 into law on May 13, 2021, making Alabama the latest state to legalize direct-to-consumer (DtC) wine shipping. With
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Tennessee Set to Impose Regulations on Fulfillment Houses in DtC Wine Shipments
On May 6, 2021, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed HB 742 into law, establishing a slew of new provisions affecting the direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping of
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Kansas Economic Nexus Has Uncertain Effect on DtC Wine Shippers
Kansas became the latest state to adopt effective economic nexus rules after the state legislature overrode a Governor’s veto to pass SB 50. The new
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Evolution Towards a Better Beer Distribution System for All
By Marc Sorini Marc Sorini is General Counsel for the Brewers Association. Prior to joining the BA, he represented small and independent craft brewers for
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Wine New Product Registrations Spike 64% from Q4 of 2020
Both beer and spirits new product registrations continue to see positive growth in Q1 2021 The past year has seen drastic changes in consumer buying
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5 Fast Facts About Retailers Shipping DtC
Direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping has increased in popularity over the years, and has been very successful in the wine industry. Unfortunately for retailers shipping DtC, they
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3 Ways Real-Time Software Benefits DtC Wine Shipping
Last year, wine shipments to consumers reached a record $3.7 billion, with a 27% year-over-year increase in direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipment volume. With no indication of
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New Florida Economic Nexus Law to Impact DtC Wine Shippers
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed SB 50 into law on April 19, which makes Florida the latest state to adopt economic nexus rules to impose
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The Data: Wine DtC Shipments and Off-Premise Retail (March 2021 Special Report)
Fluctuation in the wine market is not showing any signs of easing as producers, retailers and consumers continue to navigate the impacts of a global
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5 Highlights from the 2021 DtC Beer Shipping Report
Sovos ShipCompliant recently released the first-ever 2021 Direct-to-Consumer (DtC) Beer Shipping Report in partnership with the Brewers Association. This report features exclusive data from two
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What Brewers and Distillers Shipping DtC Need to Know About Taxes
It’s an exciting time for brewers and distillers entering the DtC shipping market. The wine industry has been utilizing this market for years, growing it
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The Data: Wine DtC Shipments and Off-Premise Retail (February 2021 Special Report)
The wine market continues to be in flux as producers, retailers and consumers navigate the impacts of a global pandemic. Keeping a pulse on marketplace