Bill > A08198

This bill provides the city of Saratoga Springs with the authority to adopt a resolution that further restricts the hours during which alcoholic beverages can be sold within the city, despite existing state laws that currently govern alcohol sales. Under this proposed legislation, the city's legislative body can propose such restrictions, and the relevant authority will then conduct a notice and hearing process to either approve or disapprove the proposed hours. The bill specifies that Saratoga Springs must adopt such a resolution within twelve months of the law's effective date, giving the city a finite window to implement its desired changes to alcohol sales hours. This legislation represents a localized approach to alcohol regulation, allowing municipal leaders more flexibility in controlling the sale of alcoholic beverages within their jurisdiction by potentially limiting the timeframes during which alcohol can be sold to the public.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8198