Bill > S1383

This bill amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to revise provisions regarding alcohol, including licensing. Key provisions: - Establishes new administrative penalties for liquor license violations, with escalating fines and potential license revocation. Fines are deposited into a state license value loss mitigation fund or distributed to local governments. - Authorizes counties and cities to issue municipal liquor licenses, with a referendum process for voters to approve or prohibit such licenses. - Revises definitions related to alcohol establishments, including "bar," "eating establishment," and "conference/convention center." - Establishes new requirements for state liquor licenses, including a "grandfather clause" for existing licensees and restrictions on transferability. - Imposes additional restrictions on the sale and consumption of alcohol, including prohibited hours of sale and prohibitions on minors being present. - Grants additional authority to local governments and law enforcement to enforce alcohol laws and regulations. The bill aims to comprehensively update Idaho's alcohol laws, including licensing, enforcement, and local control.

Government Affairs, Justice

State Affairs Committee (S)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2022/legislation/S1383/