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MA H4588

MA H4588
Relative to the town of Southbridge granting additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises


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Introduced
10/06/2025
In Committee
10/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

194th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to further regulate the granting of additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city known as the town of Southbridge. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill extends the expiration date for additional alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Southbridge from 2025 to 2029. Specifically, the legislation amends a previous law (chapter 214 of the acts of 2022) by changing the year when the special license provisions will expire, effectively giving the town four more years to grant and utilize additional licenses for selling alcoholic beverages to be consumed on-premises. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage, which means it becomes law as soon as it is signed. This type of local legislative action is common for municipalities seeking to modify specific licensing provisions to support local businesses or adjust regulatory frameworks.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H5096 (on 02/12/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4588
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4588.pdf
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