Bill > HB2476

This bill modifies the requirements for obtaining a spirits, beer, and wine theater license by increasing the maximum number of seats per screen from 120 to 200, allowing more theaters to qualify for this license. It also clarifies that theaters must be substantial establishments for preparing and serving complete meals with tabletop accommodations for in-theater dining, with the same meal requirements as those for a spirits, beer, and wine restaurant license. For theaters frequented by minors, an alcohol control plan must be submitted and approved by the licensing board, which must include measures like staff having completed alcohol server training, electronic identification scanners at all points of sale for alcohol, and identification checks for all alcohol purchases regardless of the customer's age. The bill also defines "alcohol control plan" and "theater" and mandates that anyone serving alcohol must complete a mandatory alcohol server training program. Additionally, it allows tax-exempt entities to enter into brand advertising or event promotion arrangements with alcohol manufacturers, importers, or distributors, with specific conditions to prevent inducements and ensure fair competition, and doubles penalties for violations involving minors or failure to follow the alcohol control plan.

Business and Industry

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2476&Year=2025&Initiative=false