Bill > S05093

This bill authorizes the New York State Liquor Authority to issue two types of new permits. First, it allows the authority to issue temporary liquor permits valid for up to 24 consecutive hours, enabling the sale of New York-manufactured liquor at indoor or outdoor gatherings, functions, or events within the standard legal hours of alcohol service. These temporary permits will cost $40. Second, the bill creates an annual permit for distillers, importers, and liquor wholesalers to sell liquor at private gatherings that are not open to the general public and do not charge admission. These annual permits will cost $80, and require sellers to collect a signed statement from purchasers confirming they will not resell the liquor. Both types of permits will be subject to rules established by the Liquor Authority, and the provisions specifically do not apply to liquor sales for home consumption. The bill aims to provide more flexibility for liquor sales at special events while maintaining regulatory oversight.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5093