Policy
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The New York Wine Industry Association (NYWIA) advocates for stability and advancement of the wine industry in New York through advocacy and public education. It’s the only association of wine and grape professionals across the state, which focuses on informing, promoting, representing and defending the diverse interests of New York’s wine industry.
NYWIA serves as a watchdog and lobbies on behalf of members. The association closely monitors legislative debates and activity, not only in Albany, but across the country. NYWIA and its executive board members have forged effective relationships with key New York legislators and state agencies’ representatives.
Since it’s creation in 2009, NYWIA has positioned itself as a voice for the New York wine industry and successfully defeated legislation harmful to consumer choice and New York’s farm-beverage based community. One of NYWIA’s historical focuses has been to advocate for open market within New York State. NYWIA champions legislative solutions which grant the most freedom to the industry and associates while informing and protecting customers.
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The mission of Empire State Development (“ESD”) is to promote a vigorous and growing state economy, encourage business investment and job creation, and support diverse, prosperous local economies across New York State through the efficient use of loans, grants, tax credits, real estate development, marketing and other forms of assistance.
Beverage Industry Contact:
Stefan Fleming
Director, Industry Development; Craft Beverage
(585) 206-2779 | [email protected]
New York State Liquor Authority
The State Liquor Authority has two (2) main functions: 1) issuing licenses and permits; and 2) ensuring compliance with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law. The Authority’s licensing activities focus on the timely processing of permits and licenses. The Authority’s enforcement activities focus on the protection of the public by working with local law enforcement agencies and local communities to bring administrative actions against licensees who violate the law.
Department of Agriculture and Markets
The mission of the Department of Ag & Markets is to promote New York agriculture and its high-quality and diverse products, foster agricultural environmental stewardship, and safeguard the State’s food supply, land and livestock.
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