Revises provisions relating to licenses for the distribution of alcoholic beverages. (BDR 32-283)

AB 78 revises Nevada's licensing process for businesses distributing alcoholic beverages, including importers, wholesalers, wineries, breweries, and distilleries. It shifts authority from local governments (county commissions or city councils) to the Department of Taxation by requiring local bodies to recommend license approval/disapproval instead of making final decisions, and authorizes the Department to independently investigate, suspend, or revoke licenses without local recommendations. The bill also prohibits counties or cities from issuing licenses to businesses that haven't obtained a valid state license in good standing. These changes streamline oversight under the state Department of Taxation while maintaining existing requirements for applicants. (AB 78, NRS 369.180-369.290)