Idaho Administrative Code Title IDAPA 48 - Grape Growers and Wine Producers Commission, Idaho Wine Commission

Here’s an overview of IDAPA 48 (Title 48) — the administrative rules governing the Idaho Grape Growers and Wine Producers Commission (aka the Idaho Wine Commission):

📘 1. Legal Authority & Scope

Authority: Established under Idaho Code § 54‑3605(15) and § 54‑3610, granting the Commission rule‑making power. (adminrules.idaho.gov)

Scope: Applies to wineries, grape growers, and grape (or grape juice) purchases used in Idaho wine production.

📙 2. Definitions

All key terms are defined by reference to Title 54, Chapter 36, Idaho Code. (adminrules.idaho.gov)

💰 3. Tax & Late‑Payment Penalty (Rule 48.01.01.020)

Tax levied on:

Grapes harvested in Idaho: $7/ton

Grapes purchased inside Idaho for wine: $7/ton

Grapes purchased from out‑of‑state: $7/ton

Grape juice purchased from out‑of‑state: $0.04/gallon

Minimum annual tax per grower or winery: $100

Deadline: June 30 each year for tax payment

Late fee: 15% annual penalty + collection costs

Opt‑out: Growers/producers may opt out by letter submitted by June 30. (adminrules.idaho.gov, adminrules.idaho.gov, adminrules.idaho.gov, adminrules.idaho.gov)

🎓 4. Grant Program (Rule 48.01.01.021)

Established “Grape and Wine Promotion, Education, and Research Grant Program.” (adminrules.idaho.gov)

Purpose: Supports marketing, research, education, and training regarding Idaho grapes/wine.

Who can apply: Individuals, organizations, and educational entities—excluding Commission officials or their family members.

Eligible expenses: Tuition, materials, equipment, speaker fees, advertising, facilities usage, and matching funds.

Ineligible expenses: Political/lobbying, religious, illegal activities, and routine administrative payroll.

Oversight: Applicants submit proposals; awards made at Commission’s discretion, with terms and monitoring or repayment conditions. (adminrules.idaho.gov)

✅ 5. Administrative Details

Appeals: Follow state’s contested-case rules (IDAPA 04.11.01). (adminrules.idaho.gov)

Public Records: Governed by the Idaho Public Records Act. (adminrules.idaho.gov)

Commission Office:

Mailing/Street: 821 W. State St., Boise, ID 83702

Phone: (208) 332‑1538; Fax: (208) 334‑2505

Website: idahowines.org (adminrules.idaho.gov)

📅 Timeline of Key Rule Updates

2007–2010: Initial enactment—tax/grant structure introduced

2010–2011: Phased tax structure updated; grant program detailed

2016: Streamlined assessment to focus on tonnage-based tax (adminrules.idaho.gov)

2022: Latest legal authority and definitions reaffirmed

🔍 Summary

IDAPA 48 sets out how Idaho regulates its grape‑and‑wine sector: defining who pays what, when, and how. It also establishes a grant program to fuel industry growth through education, research, and promotion.

 

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