Bill > HB1101

This bill establishes new temporary alcohol permit options in Worcester County, Maryland, allowing for the sale of beer, wine, and liquor for off-premises consumption during special events. Specifically, it creates a "temporary to-go event permit" that can be issued to holders of a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license, provided their establishment is located within or adjacent to a designated special event area. This permit allows these businesses to sell alcohol in approved to-go cups that can be carried into the special event area. Additionally, the bill introduces a "Class C per diem municipal to-go beer, wine, and liquor license," which can be issued to a municipality itself, enabling them to designate special event areas where alcohol from these temporary permits can be consumed. The Board of License Commissioners for Worcester County is tasked with creating regulations for both of these new permit types, covering aspects like designated event areas, hours of sale, age verification, and public safety, with daily fees set at $20 for the temporary event permit and $45 for the municipal license.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1101?ys=2026RS