An Act authorizing the town of Southborough to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill allows the town of Southborough, Massachusetts, to issue an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Specifically, it authorizes the town to grant a license to Costco Atlantic Liquors, Inc., d/b/a Costco Liquors, located in Southborough. The license is subject to existing regulations, with one exception, and includes provisions for transferring the license to a new applicant under specific conditions.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Southborough to grant an additional alcohol sales license.
- Grants the license to Costco Atlantic Liquors, Inc. d/b/a Costco Liquors.
- Specifies that the license is subject to all regulations except section 17 of Chapter 138 of the General Laws.
- Outlines procedures for transferring the license to a new applicant.
- Details the process for returning the license to the town if the original licensee terminates or fails to renew it.
- Sets a timeframe of two years for the initial license issuance.
- Requires documentation from the Department of Revenue and Department of Unemployment Assistance.
- Allows for the license to be granted to a new applicant at the same location if the original license is cancelled.
Who is affected
- Town of Southborough
- Costco Atlantic Liquors, Inc.
- Residents of Southborough
- Alcohol beverage retailers
- The Department of Revenue and Department of Unemployment Assistance
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Sponsors
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
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