Bill > H4238

This bill modifies an existing law regarding bazaars conducted by fraternal organizations. Specifically, it amends Section 7A of Chapter 271 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding two key restrictions: first, an organization with a permit can only conduct one bazaar per calendar day, and second, the operation of any bazaar must be limited to a maximum of 5 consecutive hours. A bazaar is typically a type of fundraising event where goods are sold or games of chance are played to raise money for a charitable or organizational purpose. By placing these new limitations on bazaar operations, the bill aims to regulate and standardize how fraternal organizations can conduct these fundraising events, potentially to prevent excessive or prolonged gambling-like activities.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4238