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MA S128

Relative to authorizing temporary liquor licenses to benefit charities


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
04/30/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to authorizing temporary liquor licenses to benefit charities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill aims to authorize the local licensing authority in cities and towns that allow the sale of alcoholic beverages to grant temporary liquor licenses to nonprofit charitable organizations. These temporary licenses would allow the organizations to sell alcoholic beverages at events or auctions, with the proceeds being used for the organization's charitable purposes. The bill outlines specific requirements, such as the duration of the licenses, the number of licenses that can be granted per year, and restrictions on the sale and distribution of the alcoholic beverages. Additionally, the bill repeals a previous law related to temporary liquor licenses.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 04/30/2020)

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