H3894
An Act authorizing the town of Cohasset to issue five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Cohasset
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Bill overview
This bill allows the town of Cohasset, Massachusetts, to issue five additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages that can only be consumed on the premises, such as restaurants and bars. The bill was approved by the Senate and House and is awaiting a hearing. It builds upon previous legislation related to alcohol licensing in other Massachusetts towns. This change would increase the number of establishments permitted to serve alcohol on-site in Cohasset.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Cohasset to issue five additional alcohol licenses.
- Licenses are limited to beverages consumed on the premises.
- The bill was approved by the Senate and House.
- A hearing is scheduled for September 8, 2025.
Who is affected
- Town of Cohasset
- Businesses in Cohasset that sell alcohol
- Residents of Cohasset
Notable changes
- Increases the number of alcohol licenses available in Cohasset.
- Specifies that alcohol sales are limited to consumption on the premises.
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Bill H.3894 194th (Current)
An Act authorizing the town of Cohasset to issue five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Cohasset
By Representative Meschino of Hull, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3894) of Joan Meschino (by vote of the town) that the town of Cohasset be authorized to issue five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
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Bill Information
Presenter: Joan Meschino City/Town: Cohasset (Local Approval Received)
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.3894
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 3/13/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 6/18/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 8/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/2/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4561 |
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