Bill > S03724

This bill provides a comprehensive framework for the New York State Liquor Authority to issue temporary retail permits under specific conditions. The bill allows the authority to issue these permits in two scenarios: first, to a transferee of a retail license who wants to continue operating a premises during a license transfer, and second, to an applicant in a municipality with a population of less than one million. To obtain a temporary permit, applicants must submit a complete retail license application, pay required fees (ranging from $128 for beer licenses to $640 for other licenses), and meet certain additional requirements. The temporary permit is valid for up to 90 days and can be extended for an additional 30 days at the authority's discretion. Permit holders can purchase and sell alcoholic beverages consistent with the license they are applying for, but are limited to selling only to consumers. The bill includes provisions for purchasing alcoholic beverages, allows for summary cancellation of the permit if good cause exists, and emphasizes that permit approval does not guarantee final license approval. The legislation also grants the state liquor authority the power to create necessary rules and regulations to implement these provisions, providing a flexible mechanism for temporary retail alcohol sales during license transitions.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3724