An Act promoting the proper disposal of miniatures
This bill (HD 280) defines key terms for beverage regulations, specifically creating a new definition for "Miniature" as a small, sealable container (under 100ml) made of glass, metal, or plastic, designed solely for alcoholic beverages. It amends existing law by removing outdated definitions of "Beverage" and "Beverage container" and inserting precise language to clarify what qualifies as a miniature. The bill directly affects alcohol beverage producers, retailers, and regulators by establishing clear criteria for small alcohol containers under state law. It does not create new disposal requirements or regulations, as implied by the title, but solely refines terminology.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025
Last action Apr 6, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
6
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy
lower
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Joe McKenna
RRepublican
Co
Alyson Sullivan-Almeida
RRepublican
Co
Kelly Pease
RRepublican
Co
Steve Xiarhos
RRepublican
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