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Joint Statement by International Beverage Alcohol Associations in Response to U.S. Tariffs Imposed Today on Certain EU Distilled Spirits and Wines
We are united in our opposition to the imposition of tariffs and clear in our view that there are no winners in a trade war. Our 15 international beverage alcohol associations today sent a letter to the U.S. administration and the EU Commission calling for an immediate end to tariffs on distilled spirits and wines […]
Read MoreBeverage Alcohol Coalition Successfully Launches “Day of Action” to Urge Congressional Passage of Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act
–Campaign Results in more than 6,000 Engagements with Congressional Offices- WASHINGTON – Nearly 2,000 individuals affiliated with the beverage alcohol sector contacted their members of Congress yesterday to urge passage of the bipartisan Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act (H.R.1175/S. 362) as part of a “ Day of Action ” supported by a broad coalition of beverage […]
Read MoreDistilled Spirits Council of the United States, Texas Distilled Spirits Association and Texas Whiskey Association Announce Partnership on “Spirits United” Grassroots Platform
WASHINGTON – The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), America’s leading advocate for the distilled spirits industry, today announced that the Texas Distilled Spirits Association (TDSA) and the Texas Whiskey Association (TXWA) have joined Spirits United as partners to expand the grassroots network in the Lone Star State. The Spirits United platform features important information […]
Read MoreU.S. Alcohol Trade Groups Call for End to Tariffs on EU Spirits and Wine
UPDATED RELEASE: Oct. 7, 2019 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. alcohol trade groups urged an end to tariffs on EU distilled spirits and wine following the United States decision announced today to impose tariffs of 25 percent on imports of Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Single Malt Irish Whiskey from Northern Ireland, liqueurs and cordials, and wine […]
Read MoreEU Ambassador Hosts Special Event Celebrating the Kentucky-European Connection in Partnership with the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States and Kentucky Distillers’ Association
Distillers from KY and EU Urge Removal of Tariffs on Spirits Products WASHINGTON – Leaders from U.S. and EU spirits organizations urged the removal of tariffs on spirits products at a special event held last night at the European Union’s ambassador’s residence celebrating the cultural and commercial ties connecting the Eu and Kentucky. The event […]
Read MorePA House Liquor Control Committee Fights for Consumers, Passes Bill to Repeal Flexible Pricing Program
Today, the Pennsylvania House Liquor Control Committee passed HB 1512, a bill to repeal the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board’s (PLCB) flexible pricing program. Last week, Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) Chief Economist David Ozgo and President and CEO of the American Distilled Spirits Association Matt Dogali testified before the committee to highlight the harmful impacts this […]
Read MoreCourtney J. Armour Joins Distilled Spirits Council of the United States and Responsibility.org as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
Contact Public Affairs (202) 682-8840 WASHINGTON, DC – The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) and Responsibility.org , today announced that Courtney J. Armour starts her new role as chief legal officer and corporate secretary of the two organizations. “The board and I are pleased to have Courtney back at DISCUS in her new role as […]
Read More12 Partner Members Join Distilled Spirits Council of the United States
New Partner Member Program Connects Spirits Supply Chain Businesses With Spirits Companies WASHINGTON — The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), the leading voice and advocate for the U.S. spirits industry, today announced 12 companies have joined the organization as Partner Members since the new membership program launched in May. “We created the […]
Read MorePLCB Liquor Pricing Scheme Harms Pennsylvania Consumers
Contact: Ainsley Holyfield 202-549-6797 Spirits Industry Leaders Urge Legislators to Repeal Flexible Pricing HARRISBURG, Pa. – Distilled spirits industry officials testified today before the Pennsylvania House Liquor Control Committee regarding the harmful consumer impacts caused by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board’s (PLCB) Flexible Pricing Program. Among those who testified were Distilled Spirits […]
Read MoreDistilled Spirits Council Urges Congress to Support Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act
Craft Distillers Face 400% Tax Hike Without Congressional Action In a letter sent today to members of Congress, Distilled Spirits Council of the United States President and CEO Chris Swonger urged legislators to “join the bipartisan and bicameral effort to support America’s vibrant small businesses” by co-cosponsoring the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act. […]
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