Bill > HB1701

This bill amends existing Washington state law to allow multiple liquor licensees to operate their licensed premises within a single facility, even if that facility is owned or leased by another liquor licensee or a non-licensee. This means that businesses like breweries, wineries, or distilleries can share a building or property with other licensed businesses or even non-licensed businesses, as long as each entity maintains its own distinct licensed premises. The bill clarifies that the owner of the facility can also be one of the licensees operating there, and that a licensee can lease out parts of their property to other licensees or businesses. However, these leasing agreements cannot involve profit or revenue sharing, nor can they require a lessee to sell the lessor's products. The bill also emphasizes that each licensee must operate from their own designated premises, with specific exceptions for shared kitchen use. Importantly, this change does not allow anyone without a liquor license to engage in activities requiring one, nor does it permit licensees to exceed the privileges granted by their specific license.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1701&Year=2025&Initiative=false