SB 960
Adjusting liquor license requirements for certain private events
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Bill overview
This bill adjusts the requirements for private venues, such as wedding venues and barns, to obtain liquor licenses for events. Specifically, it clarifies definitions related to ‘private club,’ ‘private bakery,’ ‘private cigar shop,’ ‘private caterer,’ ‘private food truck,’ ‘private hotel,’ ‘private professional sports stadium,’ and ‘private farmers market.’ It also outlines specific requirements for these venues, including membership numbers, kitchen facilities, food inventory, age verification systems, and floorplan specifications, to ensure they can safely and responsibly serve alcohol.
Key provisions
- Clarifies and expands the definition of ‘private club’ to include various venue types (wedding venues, barns, hotels, etc.).
- Establishes specific requirements for kitchens, including oven types, sink requirements, and refrigerator sizes.
- Mandates the use of age verification systems to prevent underage alcohol consumption.
- Requires venues to maintain a food inventory capable of serving members and guests.
- Outlines floorplan requirements for venues to ensure adequate space and safety.
- Specifies membership requirements for different venue types (e.g., 25 members for a wedding venue).
- Addresses regulations for private caterers, including requirements for food preparation and alcohol purchases.
- Creates a new category, ‘private food truck,’ with specific operational and licensing requirements.
Who is affected
- Private wedding venues and barns
- Businesses seeking liquor licenses for events
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