Bill > H442

This bill authorizes various types of temporary alcohol licensing for charitable purposes, specifically creating new provisions for nonprofit organizations to conduct alcohol sales and auctions under specific conditions. The bill allows local licensing authorities in cities and towns that have authorized alcohol sales to grant temporary licenses to nonprofit charitable corporations, enabling them to sell and auction alcoholic beverages under carefully defined restrictions. These temporary licenses can be granted for up to 10 consecutive calendar days, with organizations limited to 2-5 such licenses per calendar year depending on the specific type of license. The alcoholic beverages must be donated at no charge to the license holder, and the majority of proceeds must be used for charitable purposes. The bill covers different scenarios, including auctions at a nonprofit's headquarters, joint applications with existing alcohol licensees, and sample tastings, with strict rules about the volume of alcohol that can be served and the times such sales can occur. The licensing fees are capped at the minimum rate for retail alcohol sales, and the application process is simplified compared to standard alcohol licensing procedures. By creating these provisions, the bill aims to provide charitable organizations with more flexible opportunities to raise funds through alcohol-related events while maintaining regulatory oversight.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H442