S2661
An Act relative to a model carrier reporting requirement on delivery of wines, malt beverages or distilled spirits
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a reporting requirement for businesses that deliver wines, malt beverages, or distilled spirits in Massachusetts. Carriers would be required to report specific information about each delivery, including the customer’s address, the type and quantity of alcohol delivered, and the carrier’s identification. The goal is to improve tracking and accountability for alcohol deliveries, potentially aiding in efforts to prevent underage drinking and reduce alcohol-related incidents. This reporting system is intended to be a ‘model’ system, suggesting it could be adaptable to future regulations.
Key provisions
- Carriers of wines, malt beverages, and distilled spirits must report delivery information.
- Reports would include customer address, alcohol type and quantity, and carrier identification.
- The reporting system is intended to be a ‘model’ for future regulations.
- The data collected will be used to track alcohol deliveries.
- The bill refers to a ‘model carrier reporting requirement’.
Who is affected
- Alcohol delivery businesses
- Wine, malt beverage, and distilled spirits distributors
- Customers receiving alcohol deliveries
- Law enforcement agencies
Notable changes
- This bill introduces a new requirement for detailed reporting of alcohol deliveries.
- It builds upon previous attempts to establish similar reporting systems in Massachusetts.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
Cosponsors
John J. Cronin
Pavel M. Payano
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Bill S.2661 194th (Current)
An Act relative to a model carrier reporting requirement on delivery of wines, malt beverages or distilled spirits
Senate, November 10, 2025 -- The committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 206) of John J. Cronin for legislation relative to a model carrier reporting requirement on delivery of wines, malt beverages or distilled spirits, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2661).
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.2661
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 11/10/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 11/10/2025 | Senate | New draft of S206 |
| 11/10/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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