Bill > SB0328

This bill amends various provisions of Utah's alcohol laws, making several key changes across multiple sections of the state code. The bill introduces new definitions, such as adding "amphitheater" to the list of venues that can obtain certain alcohol licenses and expanding the types of locations where off-premise beer retailers can sell beer, including drive-through windows and designated parking stalls. The bill modifies proximity requirements for alcohol outlets near community locations, adjusts licensing requirements for on-premise banquet licenses, and allows for more flexible location approvals. It also updates operational requirements for various types of alcohol retailers, including off-premise beer retailers, and makes technical changes to definitions and cross-references throughout the alcohol regulatory framework. The bill introduces new rules around staff training, age verification, and the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages, with specific provisions for different types of venues and licenses. Additionally, the bill includes a graduated reduction in the population-based calculation for bar establishment licenses, potentially reducing the total number of available licenses over time. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and appears to be aimed at modernizing and streamlining Utah's alcohol regulations while maintaining strict oversight of alcohol sales and consumption.

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