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This bill amends the definition of an "alcoholic beverage establishment" in North Dakota law by expanding the list of potential licensing chapters to include chapter 5-01 in addition to the existing chapter 5-02. The term specifically refers to establishments where alcoholic beverages can be sold, dispensed, and consumed by guests on the premises. The definition deliberately excludes certain types of retail locations like liquor stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and convenience stores from being classified as alcoholic beverage establishments. By making this modification, the bill provides a more precise legal definition that clarifies which types of businesses qualify as alcoholic beverage establishments under North Dakota law, potentially affecting licensing, regulation, and other legal considerations related to alcohol sales and consumption. The amendment appears to be a technical clarification that may help streamline regulatory processes or address potential ambiguities in the existing legal definition.

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https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo2268.html