The House Liquor Control Committee has endorsed legislation to allow for direct shipment of out-of-state wines to Pennsylvania homes, according to State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129)
House Bill 845 would permit the shipment of wine to Commonwealth residents by wineries that obtain a direct wine shipper license. An unlimited amount of wine could then be shipped directly to any Pennsylvania resident who is at least 21 years of age or older for personal use only.
Current law allows for online purchases to be delivered to a Liquor Control Board store and limits the volume of the purchase and the types of wines that may be purchased. Pennsylvania is one of 17 states that ban direct shipment to wine consumers.
The bill is awaiting consideration by the full House.