An Act relative to retail alcohol license caps
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to limit the number of retail alcohol licenses that can be issued in Massachusetts communities. Currently, many towns have license caps, which can restrict competition and limit access to alcohol. The bill aims to increase the availability of alcohol licenses, potentially fostering more businesses and competition within the industry. It seeks to address concerns about limited access to alcohol and the potential impact of license caps on local economies.
Key provisions
- Establishes a statewide cap on the number of retail alcohol licenses.
- Allows communities to issue additional licenses to meet demand.
- Prioritizes license issuance to businesses located in communities without existing licenses.
- Creates a process for communities to petition for an increase in their license cap.
- Directs the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission to oversee the implementation of the new licensing system.
- Requires communities to review their existing license caps.
- Sets a timeline for communities to implement the changes.
- Provides for a review of the system after five years.
Who is affected
- Retail alcohol vendors
- Massachusetts communities
- Consumers of alcohol
- The Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission
- Local businesses
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