Wine Direct Shipping Bill Introduced This Week in Maryland

As you Marylanders know, it’s difficult to buy wine online in this state. Those of us who are lucky enough to have friends in D.C. can at least have it shipped to their addresses (thanks Francis), but many people do not have that luxury. Therefore many people miss out on great deals online, as well the opportunity to try wines from small producers all across the United States.

With the passing of a new bill that is going to be announced this week, known as the Raskin/Hucker Bill, Marylanders would be permitted to have wine shipped direclty to their residence. This bill is long overdue and I urge everyone to contact their local congressmen and congresswomen to make sure they are aware of how importnat this bill to their constituents. With a strong grassroots effort, led by betterbeerandwinelaws.org, we can make a difference and get this bill through the house and have a new law enacted to defend our rights as wine consumers. You can find out who your elected officials are and how to contact them here as well as donate money to the cause here: Donations

Thanks to HWT (a new friend from the MD - Cru Offlines) to pointing this out to us!