An Act authorizing an additional alcohol license in the town of Avon
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow the town of Avon, Massachusetts, to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages. Currently, the town is limited in the number of licenses it can grant. This change would enable more businesses to sell alcohol within Avon, potentially increasing economic activity and choice for consumers. The bill was presented by representatives Galvin and Brady, and has received local approval from the town of Avon.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Avon to issue one additional alcohol license.
- The license would cover the sale of all alcoholic beverages.
- Alcohol sales are restricted to on-premises consumption only.
- The bill was presented as a joint petition from the town of Avon.
- Local approval from the town of Avon was required for the bill to move forward.
Who is affected
- Town of Avon, Massachusetts
- Businesses seeking to sell alcohol in Avon
- Residents of Avon
Notable changes
- Increases the number of alcohol licenses available in Avon.
- Specifies that alcohol sales must be for consumption on the premises.
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Sponsors
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
William C. Galvin
Cosponsors
Michael D. Brady
William C. Galvin
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