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This bill proposes to expand the definition of "grocery stores" eligible to sell beer by establishing four specific criteria. Under the proposed changes, a grocery store must: (1) be an authorized vendor in the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC), (2) sell items that can be purchased using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, (3) have at least 6,000 square feet of floor space dedicated to grocery items, and (4) accept beverage container redemptions. By broadening the existing definition, the bill would allow more grocery stores to obtain beer sales permits, potentially increasing consumer convenience and market access for beer sales. The legislation aims to provide additional retail outlets for beer sales while maintaining certain standards that ensure the establishments meet specific grocery store characteristics.

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