An Act authorizing the city of Salem to convert seasonal licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises to annual licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill allows the city of Salem, Massachusetts, to convert existing seasonal licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be consumed on-premises into annual licenses. The bill outlines specific procedures for this conversion, including requirements for transferring the license and ensuring good standing with relevant departments. It also addresses the return and potential re-issuance of licenses that are terminated or expire.
Key provisions
- Allows the city of Salem to convert seasonal alcohol licenses to annual licenses.
- Specifies procedures for transferring the converted license, including departmental verification.
- Outlines the process for returning and re-issuing licenses that are cancelled or expire.
- Establishes a fee for the license conversion, with options for payment plans.
- Directs fees collected above standard renewal fees to the city's economic development account.
- Requires the licensing authority to limit the transfer of the converted license to the same location.
- Allows for a new applicant to be granted the license at the same location if they meet specific requirements.
- Specifies that the converted license will be subject to all sections of Chapter 138 of the General Laws, except sections 17 and 17A.
Who is affected
- The city of Salem
- Businesses currently holding seasonal alcohol licenses in Salem
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
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