April 16, 2010
Greetings! We hope you are having a commendable and beautiful week! This edition highlights the Department of the Treasury's commitment to open government and the announcement of our Oregon and Washington 2010 Wine Seminars.
In the TTB Newsletter, we compile the top TTB news of the week and other helpful information about the Bureau and the Federal alcohol and tobacco laws and regulations we enforce. Please send any questions and/or comments to Executive Liaison for Industry Matters (industryliaison@ttb.gov) and/or State Liaison (stateliaison@ttb.gov). |
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TREASURY IS COMMITED TO OPEN GOVERNMENT
Implementation of the Open Government Directive is a major step in creating a culture of transparency, participation, and collaboration in government operations, opening new lines of communication and cooperation between the government and the American people. Read more...
As part of a commitment to increase transparency in government and maintain accountability of taxpayer dollars, the Department of the Treasury released its Open Government Plan detailing how Treasury will take immediate, specific steps to open their operations to the public. Please click on the link below for complete information.
Treasury Releases Its Open Government Plan
TTB OREGON and WASHINGTON 2010 WINE SEMINARS ARE ON THE WAY!
In May TTB is hosting a series of FREE, one-day seminars for the wine industry. Our experts will present topics that will help you better understand Federal requirements relevant to the wine industry, and help you avoid common compliance pitfalls.
Reserve your spot TODAY! As previously mentioned, there is no cost to attend these seminars, but online registration is required
PRESENTATIONS
Trade Investigations Division
Advertising, Labeling and Formulation Division
Wine Industry Analyst
... and more!
ON THE AGENDA
8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.: |
State Regulations, Changes after Qualification, Alternations/Custom Crush, Taxes |
12 p.m.: |
Lunch on your own (TTB will not furnish food or beverages.) |
1 to 4 p.m.: |
Labeling, Recordkeeping and Reports, Current Issues |
Due to limited space, early registration is recommended. Please contact TTB if you encounter problems with online registration, or if you require special accommodations.
- Phone: (513) 684-2491
Use the ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM to make your selection. Complete the form, print your itinerary if desired, and then click the Submit button to email your form. Follow the instructions to complete registration.
Registration must be done online. We will no longer accept registration by phone, fax, or e-mail.
| SEMINAR DATES AND LOCATION | |
Dates |
Locations |
May 11, 2010 |
City of McMinnville |
May 12, 2010 |
City of McMinnville |
May 18, 2010 |
Three Rivers Convention Center |
May 20, 2010 |
Best Western |
Questions? Please call Sherrill Gross at (513) 684-2491.