An Act relative to license caps
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to regulate the issuance of liquor licenses in Massachusetts. It seeks to address concerns about license caps and potentially expand access to liquor licenses in certain communities. The bill proposes changes to the existing system for granting these licenses, with the goal of promoting greater competition and availability. It is currently under review by the Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Key provisions
- Addresses existing license caps on liquor licenses.
- Allows municipalities to request additional liquor licenses.
- Requires a study on the impact of license caps.
- Potentially expands the ability of towns to issue additional licenses.
- Focuses on regulating the issuance of liquor licenses.
- Currently under consideration by the Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
- Related to consumer protection and professional licensure.
- Includes a study order (H.4677) regarding license caps.
Who is affected
- Liquor License Holders
- Municipalities
- Consumers of Alcoholic Beverages
- The Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission
- Restaurant and Bar Owners
Notable changes
- May remove or modify existing license caps.
- Could authorize additional liquor licenses for specific towns.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Daniel Cahill
Cosponsor
Daniel Cahill
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