Bill > S2526

This bill authorizes the town of Topsfield to convert four existing licenses for selling wine and malt beverages (which can only be purchased to take away, not consumed on-site) into licenses for selling all types of alcoholic beverages (also to be taken away, not consumed on-site). Additionally, the bill prohibits license holders from selling alcoholic beverages in containers smaller than 200 milliliters, which could help prevent the sale of very small, potentially low-cost alcohol containers that might encourage excessive or underage drinking. The bill amends several previous local acts related to licensing in Topsfield, specifically updating language from prior legislation to reflect the expanded alcohol sales permissions. The changes will take effect immediately upon the bill's passage, and the provisions apply specifically to licenses granted by Topsfield's select board. This local legislation requires local approval, which has been received, and appears to be part of the town's efforts to modify its alcohol sales regulations.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2526