AB-24 – Beer Reporting Forms
What wholesalers and nonresident dealers must know about updated reporting forms and processes
Maryland updated its beer tax reporting forms as part of a new automated processing system, and this guidance explains how reporting requirements have changed, including a shift to reporting total gallons sold instead of individual invoices.
What you need to know
- New reporting forms must be used
- Reporting now focuses on total gallons sold
- The change supports a new automated processing system
- New forms apply to reports filed beginning August 1999
Who This Applies To
This guidance applies to:
- Nonresident dealers (suppliers of beer)
- Maryland beer wholesalers
What Changed
Maryland introduced:
- A redesigned Nonresident Dealer Beer Tax Return
- A redesigned Maryland Beer Wholesaler Report
These updates support a new automated processing system.
New Reporting Method
Reporting now focuses on:
- Total gallons sold
Instead of:
- Individual invoice-level reporting
This change is intended to:
- Simplify reporting over time
- Improve processing efficiency
When to Use the New Forms
- Begin using new forms for:
- July 1999 activity
- Filed in August 1999
Do not use the new forms before this reporting period.
Using Automated Reporting
If you:
- Submit reports using your own system
You must:
- Request approval before using your format
- Submit a sample layout
Requirements:
- Must follow the format of official forms
- Submit request at least 30 days in advance
What This Means for Businesses
Businesses should:
- Update internal reporting systems
- Transition from invoice-level to total volume reporting
- Prepare to use new forms starting with the required filing period
- Request approval if using custom reporting formats
Important Notes
- New forms are required for compliance
- Early use of forms is not permitted
- Transition may require internal system updates
Need Help?
For questions about tax reporting requirements, contact the Maryland Comptroller’s Office: 410-260-7980