ARIZONA REACHES FOR A COMPROMISE

House Bill 2500 allows Arizona residents to receive direct deliveries of wine from any small winery producing up to 50,000 gallons annually. The bill was approved by the committee on an 8-2 vote, and requires the person receiving the wine to sign and show identification. The wholesalers are backing HB 2697 that calls for the use of distributors in all instances and is scheduled for a hearing today before the House Commerce Committee.