Bill > HB2057

This bill establishes new provisions for creating and operating "entertainment districts," which are designated areas within certain cities that contain a mix of entertainment venues, bars, restaurants, and other licensed establishments, along with public areas called "common areas." These districts can be located in cities bordering a large lake or the Missouri River, with specific population and county size requirements. The bill allows for a special license, called an "entertainment district special license," to be issued by the supervisor of alcohol and tobacco control, permitting the sale of alcohol by the drink for consumption until 1:30 a.m. on most days and from early Sunday morning until 1:30 a.m. on Monday. A key provision allows patrons to take alcoholic beverages purchased from a licensed establishment within the district and consume them in other licensed establishments or common areas within the same district, provided the beverage is not taken outside the district's boundaries. Licensees must serve alcohol in containers marked with their unique identifier, and the holder of the special license is responsible for any alcohol violations within the district, including those occurring at portable bars (temporary drink stands) or in common areas. The local city government will have the authority to approve these districts and set rules for conduct and enforcement.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2057&year=2026&code=R