Wisconsin Wedding Barns Challenge New Liquor Licensing Law
Owners of rural event venues in Wisconsin have filed a lawsuit against a new state law mandating liquor licenses, arguing it threatens their business model.
- The lawsuit, initiated by two prominent wedding barns, contests the 2026 mandate for event-specific liquor permits.
- Critics claim the law unfairly targets rural venues, potentially driving them out of business due to high compliance costs.
- Supporters of the law, including major industry players, argue it standardizes alcohol regulations and benefits public safety.
- Exemptions in the law for certain venues like professional stadiums have sparked allegations of arbitrary and discriminatory practices.
- The legal challenge highlights a broader debate over state control versus business autonomy in the alcohol industry.
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