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Introduced
02/02/2024
02/02/2024
In Committee
02/02/2024
02/02/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Authorizing a food retailer to offer to purchase a Class A license from a Class A license holder under certain circumstances; and authorizing a food retailer to apply to a local licensing board for a Class A license under certain circumstances.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes a food retailer to offer to purchase a Class A liquor license from a Class A license holder if the food retailer is located within 3,000 feet of the license holder. The food retailer can apply for a Class A beer or beer and wine license from the local licensing board if the license holder does not accept the offer. The bill also establishes criteria for what qualifies as a "food retailer" and allows the food retailer's application to be presumed to be in the best interest of the community. Additionally, the bill prohibits the transfer of Class A, B, or D liquor licenses for use in chain stores, supermarkets, or discount houses, except in limited circumstances.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Economic Matters Hearing (13:00:00 2/19/2024 ) (on 02/19/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0847?ys=2024RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/hb/hb0847f.pdf |
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