Bill > HB166

This bill revises laws related to seasonal alcohol licenses. It amends the existing law to specify that a retail alcohol license will automatically lapse if it is not used for 90 days, unless the licensee notifies the Department of Revenue within that time period. The bill also eliminates specific examples of seasonal businesses that were previously exempt from this lapse provision. Instead, it allows the Department to grant approved nonuse for up to 1 year if the licensee provides notice, and the Department may extend the nonuse period if the delay is outside the licensee's control or if the licensee is making progress on a Department-approved alteration. The bill aims to provide more flexibility for seasonal businesses while still addressing nonuse of retail alcohol licenses.

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