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MA H4588
MA H4588Relative 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
10/06/2025
In Committee
10/06/2025
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)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4588 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4588.pdf |
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