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Promote, protect and improve the package store industry. Join the Indiana Association of Beverage Retailers. Your Voice.
COMMUNICATIONS
The Association keeps its members up to date and informed about current industry events and pending government actions. Services available to all members include:
Toll-Free Hot-Line
1-888-838-IABR puts you in touch with a staff member who can get answers for all of your industry related questions.
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NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Beer, Wine & Spirits Trade Show
The annual Beer, Wine & Spirits Industry Trade Show provides
association members a glimpse at the latest products and services as well as guest speakers. Convention activities include parties, business meetings and a lot of opportunities to meet old friends and make new ones. During the annual meeting, issues are discussed and all members may vote on the election of officers and member to serve on the Board of Directors.
Board and Information Meetings
Each area of the state has representatives who serve on the Board of Directors and who set the direction of the IABR. Directors look beyond competitive interests for the good of the industry and are available to talk to members about their issues and concerns. Meetings are open to all of the membership to attend.
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MONEY SAVING BENEFITS
The Association offers a variety of programs that save our members money.
Insurance Programs
IABR offers a discounted health benefits program and discounted Property & Casualty Insurance.
Credit Card Program
The Association Visa & Mastercard program offers low rates without requiring the purchase of equipment.
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LEGAL COUNCIL
The Association's legal counsel can assist member with advice on matters dealing with alcohol beverage laws.
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ALCOHOL AWARENESS
Teenage Drinking
The IABR leads the fight to make sure a minor attempting to purchase beverage alcohol, whether they show false identification or not, can have their driver's license revoked for a period of one year. IABR works with the Century Council and the ATC on the "Cops in Shops" program which invites undercover policemen inside members' stores to catch underage drinkers at the point of purchase. IABR also offers ATC certified server training for members and their employees.
Drunk Driving
IABR encourages limiting the availability of alcohol to reduce the number of dunk drivers on the road. IABR supports legislation that provides stricter penalties for frequent offenders.
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GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
IABR fights for your interest at the Indiana General Assembly and the Alcohol & Tobacco Commission.
Our Continued Action
Following are some of the current issues we are facing:
1. Stop the proliferation of beer & wine permits that are being sought by gas stations and convenience stores. Such sales send a mixed message about drinking and driving.
2. Expand the co-op statute to include Rule 32 requirements.
3. Prohibit stocking by wholesalers.
4. Prohibit selling below cost.
5. Require alcohol to be sold by licensed clerks in an area not accessible to minors.
6. Require appeals to be held in county of permit location.
The Grassroots Network
The Grassroots Network is a system to inform package store owners of actions in the State Legislature. We send an "Action Alert" Broadcast Fax or Email to all members of the network in the event that an important legislative or regulatory issue arises. The message gives package store owners important facts about how the legislation will affect them and includes legislator contact information.
ATC and Local Boards
IABR has been the leader in protecting the state's public policy of controlling access to beverage alcohol through the 3-tier system and a regulated market. IABR maintains a strong liaison with the Alcohol & Tobacco Commission.
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