Once again, New Jersey beer enthusiasts need to take action to support legislation beneficial to the state’s small and independent brewers and craft beer consumers.

Thanks in part to the efforts of NJ beer lovers, pro-small-brewer bill A-1277/S-641 passed through both houses of the Legislature by wide margins with bipartisan support.  The bill is still sitting on the Governor’s desk, awaiting his decision on whether to sign the legislation. 

The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild is asking each of us to contact Governor Chris Christie to express our support for A-1277/S-641.  This legislation will give all craft brewers in the state more flexibility in how, when and where they sell and promote their beer.

Please go to the Governor’s website and send an email or make a phone call to show your support for the legislation. When sending an email, select the email topic as “Economic Growth” so the email is routed properly.

When writing/calling the Governor, please comment on how this bill will help small brewers continue to create jobs, improve tourism opportunities and cut needless red tape. From the consumer perspective, you should comment on how the bill will allow you to have better access to the locally made craft beers you love.