Bill > A08639

This bill amends the New York State Alcoholic Beverage Control Law to allow the state liquor authority to issue a retail liquor license for on-premises consumption at a specific location within 200 feet of a school, church, synagogue, or other place of worship. The bill provides an extremely precise geographic description of the premises, which is located in the Borough of Brooklyn, specifically on Nostrand Avenue near Rutland Road. The exact boundaries are carefully defined by the bill, describing a plot of land with specific measurements and orientation. This exemption to the typical distance restriction would permit a food or beverage establishment to serve alcohol despite its proximity to a place of worship, but only for this very specific location in Brooklyn. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage, allowing for quick implementation of the new licensing provision.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8639