Sweeping Changes to New York ABC Law?

Dear Client:California-based bev alc firm Hinman & Carmichael LLP's "Booze Rules Blog" claims that "Sweeping Changes in Proposed NYSLA Bill" could see direct shipment privileges extended to craft beer and other controversial provisions. According to the blog, the New York State Liquor Authority is apparently making statutory revisions to "streamline" the NY ABC's manufacturing and wholesale license provisions. They're destined for the Governor, who said he will introduce a bill this session to address supplier issues. The blog's summary portrays