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What you need to know about Assembly Bill 304

Aaannnnnnddd, we're BACK!

Are we all heavy into the new year yet?
Yes? No? Kinda...?

Well, hold onto your cocktail glasses because the news on AB304 keeps getting better and better... * sarcasm at its finest... *

Assembly Bill 304 brings changes to alcohol regulations impacting wedding barn venues. IT IS going to affect how alcohol is served and licensed moving forward.

Stay tuned to Bartender608.com for updates on further requirements/procedures to ensure smooth and compliant celebrations. See below for a bulleted breakdown of the key points:

This article discusses Assembly Bill 304, which has implications for venues that host events such as weddings, that allow BYOB alcohol. Although delayed for two (2) years, rather than in May 2024, if you have an event reserved at one of these establishments, you should be hearing from their owners sooner rather than later…



  1. Background: The article mentions the existing Wisconsin State Statute 125, which regulates alcohol licensing and sales. For couples who were planning on bringing in alcohol to a private wedding barn, here's a breakdown of how this will affect you.

  2. Changes Introduced by Assembly Bill 304: This bill proposes changes to Statute 125, impacting venues like wedding barns and other event spaces where alcohol is served. Patrons need to be aware of these changes because they directly affect how AND WHICH types of alcohol can be served and managed at said wedding venue.

  3. Licensing and Permitting Changes: The article likely discusses alterations to the licensing and permitting process for venues serving alcohol. This could involve changes in the types of permits required, the application process, or the criteria for obtaining licenses.

  4. Impact on Wedding Barns and Similar Venues: Changes to alcohol regulations will significantly affect how these venues operate AND if they can indeed stay in business with these new regulations and the requirements needed to be met and stay compliant with the law.

Partisan Bill Sponsors 🖱️

  1. Robin Vos 🖱️

  2. Shannon Zimmerman 🖱️

  3. Patrick Testin 🖱️

  4. Devin LeMahieu 🖱️

  5. Tyler August 🖱️

  6. Rob Swearingen 🖱️

  7. Dan Feyen 🖱️