Arkansas Code
Subchapter 11 - Beer — Wholesalers and Suppliers
§ 3-5-1101. Legislative intent and purpose

(a) The legislative intent and purpose of this subchapter is to provide a structure for the business relations between a wholesaler and a supplier of beer.
(b) Regulation in this area is considered necessary for the following reasons:
(1) To maintain stability and healthy competition in the beer industry in this state;
(2) To promote and maintain a sound, stable, and viable three-tier system of distribution of beer to the public; and
(3) To promote the public health, safety, and welfare.