What the Government Shutdown Means for Bev Alc

Dear Client: The federal government officially shut down last night at midnight after Congress failed to reach an agreement on funding. The biggest impact will be on federal workers, including those at the Alcohol Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau (TTB).  The Distilled Spirits Council (DISCUS) issued a statement on the shutdown, noting, "Distillers, large and small, rely on timely approvals to remain competitive in the marketplace. Any disruption to these services will directly hinder distillers' ability to bring new products