H4588
An Act relative to the town of Southbridge granting additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to allow the town of Southbridge, Massachusetts, to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages that are intended to be consumed on the premises. The petition, supported by the town council, aims to further regulate the process of obtaining these licenses. The bill was referred to the Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure and subsequently concurred in by the Senate.
Key provisions
- Allows Southbridge to grant additional licenses for alcoholic beverages.
- Licenses are specifically for beverages to be consumed on the premises.
- The bill was presented by Representatives Marsi and Senator Fattman.
- The town council approved the petition.
- The bill was referred to the Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
- The Senate concurred with the bill.
- A hearing is scheduled for February 4, 2026.
Who is affected
- The town of Southbridge, Massachusetts
- Businesses in Southbridge that sell alcoholic beverages
- Residents of Southbridge
Notable changes
- The bill seeks to expand the existing licensing framework for alcohol sales in Southbridge.
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Primary sponsor
John J. Marsi
Cosponsor
John J. Marsi
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Bill H.4588 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the town of Southbridge granting additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises
By Representative Marsi of Charlton and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4588) of John J. Marsi (with the approval of the town council) for legislation to further regulate the granting of additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city known as the town of Southbridge. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
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Bill Information
Presenters: John J. Marsi , Ryan C. Fattman City/Town: Southbridge (Local Approval Received)
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.4588
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 10/6/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 10/9/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 1/23/2026 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 02/04/2026 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-1 |
| 2/12/2026 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H5096 |
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