SB145

AN ACT relating to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and declaring an emergency.

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Kentucky SB145 modifies the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control's licensing and renewal processes.

Kentucky SB145 amends the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control's procedures for issuing and renewing licenses. It sets a maximum one-year term for most licenses, with the option for a one or two-year renewal. The bill also introduces a year-round system for license renewals, aiming to distribute the workload evenly. Additionally, it allows for prorated fees when renewing licenses and permits caterers to serve alcohol at private events under specific conditions. The bill declares an emergency, taking effect immediately upon passage.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

35 Yea

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2 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 25

9:00 AM

House Committee On Licensing, Occupations, And Administrative Regulations (h)

Feb 10

9:00 AM

Senate Committee On Licensing And Occupations

History

Mar 13

Senate

signed by Governor (Acts Ch.3)

Mar 5

Senate

Senate concurred in House Committee Substitute (1) and Floor Amendment (1)

Mar 5

Senate

passed 35-2