OWA Legislative Positions

Taxation

Eliminating personal property taxation of wine barrels
Preventing increases in wine and grape taxation

Land Use

Protecting hillsides and valuable vineyard land and right-to-farm provisions

Appropriations

Secure funding to support viticultural and enology research including extension

Direct Shipment

Secure and protect shipping privileges to priority wine markets

In-State vs. Out-of-State Privileges

Preserve winery licensee privileges
Protect ability to self-distribute

Immigration Reform

Facilitate the entry of foreigners seeking employment in the agriculture sector