SSB 5291 — Concerning liquor licenses.

What this bill does

Requires the Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) to issue a decision on an application for certain liquor licenses and endorsements within 45 days, subject to an exception allowing extension of the time period by an additional 30 days for good cause while issuing a temporary license. Provides that applications for certain liquor licenses and endorsements are approved by default if the LCB does not issue a decision within the specified time. Removes a requirement that the written notice that the LCB must send to public institutions, churches, and schools must be sent "with receipt verification," and specifies that any required notifications in the liquor licensing process may be issued concurrently.

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Floor votes

• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · February 6, 2024
  47 yea · 2 nay

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