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NH HB529

NH HB529
Relative to the liquor commission.


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Introduced
01/14/2025
In Committee
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
01/30/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill: I. Extends the hours of sales of alcoholic beverages. II. Allows on-premises licensees to deliver liquor to customers who order a meal for home delivery. III. Allows on-premises licensees to sell beer in refillable containers and refill such containers with beer.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to extend the hours for selling alcoholic beverages, allowing off-premises licensees to sell from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and on-premises licensees to sell from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., with the possibility of later sales if authorized by local ordinances. It also permits on-premises licensees, such as restaurants, to obtain a special license to deliver liquor, beer, and wine along with food orders for home consumption, provided certain conditions are met, including the delivery of liquor in sealed containers and the requirement that delivery personnel are at least 21 years old and employees of the licensee. Furthermore, the bill allows on-premises licensees to sell beer in refillable containers and refill them with their own product, regardless of the original branding on the container.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Committee Report: Ought to Pass, 03/05/2026; Vote 5-0; Consent Calendar; Senate Calendar 8 (on 02/18/2026)

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