States that do tasting and direct to consumers sales.

[Napa Valley Distillery]

Hello all. I am looking to examine the wording on recent state bills that are either pending, were rejected or were recently signed into law approving spirit tastings and direct to consumer sales by Distillers. I am also searching for data showing the positive effects from spirit tastings/sales in terms of added sales, excise and income tax revenue to the state and also how it has impacted local economy.

Anything anyone can provide will be much, much appreciated including on whether a tasting room (if you have one) has served you well in terms of growth and if so, by what percentage.

Also, if anyone here was directly involved in getting such a bill passed into law in your state, I would love to hear about your experience during the process.

Thank you all!!!