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RI H8011
RI H8011Repeals § 3-7-19 which prohibits retail liquor licenses within two hundred feet (200') of schools and religious institutions.
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Introduced
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
In Committee
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would repeal § 3-7-19 which prohibits retail liquor licenses within two hundred feet (200') of schools and religious institutions. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill repeals Section 3-7-19 of the General Laws, which currently prohibits the issuance of certain retail liquor licenses (specifically Class B, C, N, and I licenses, and any license provided for in § 3-7-16.8) if the establishment is located within 200 feet of a school or place of public worship, with some specific exceptions and exemptions for certain locations and license types in various cities and towns. The repeal of this section means that these distance restrictions will no longer apply, and the bill will become effective immediately upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Stephen Casey (D)*,
Samuel Azzinaro (D),
Jon Brien (I),
Bill O'Brien (D),
David Place (R),
Earl Read (D),
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study (on 03/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H8011.pdf |
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