Jimmy Carter Remembered for Transforming Craft Beer Industry

The late president's 1978 legalization of homebrewing paved the way for today's thriving craft beer movement.

Jimmy Carter, who passed away at 100, is celebrated for signing a 1978 bill legalizing homebrewing in the United States.
The law allowed adults to brew up to 200 gallons of beer or wine annually for personal use, lifting restrictions dating back to Prohibition.
Craft beer pioneers and industry leaders credit Carter's legislation as the foundation for the modern craft beer industry, which now boasts over 9,300 breweries nationwide.
The American Homebrewers Association, founded shortly after the bill's passage, praised Carter as a 'homebrew hero' and highlighted his enduring impact on the brewing community.
Brewers and enthusiasts across the country have honored Carter's legacy, raising a glass to the president who helped shape the future of American beer culture.