Bill > SB503

This bill, titled "Beer & wine delivery licenses," enacts a new section within the Liquor Control Act, which is the set of laws governing alcohol sales in New Mexico. Starting July 1, 2015, local option districts, which are specific geographic areas where voters decide on alcohol sales, can allow for the issuance of special licenses for delivering beer and wine. This can happen either through an election where voters decide on the issue, or the local government can initiate the election process themselves without needing a petition from voters. Once approved by voters and after meeting all other requirements of the Liquor Control Act, restaurants or food delivery companies within that district can obtain a beer and wine delivery license. This license will permit them to sell and deliver beer and wine to adult customers, but only when it is delivered alongside prepared food. The bill specifies that up to 144 ounces of beer and wine can be delivered at a time.