Maryland HB1303 updates regulations for Class A alcoholic beverages licenses for retail establishments.

Maryland HB1303 amends the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis laws to allow certain retail establishments to apply for a Class A beer or Class A beer and wine license. Specifically, it permits food retailers, pharmacies, and retail service stations to apply for a license if they meet certain criteria, such as offering a variety of food products and not selling alcohol through self-scanning cash registers. The bill also allows retail establishments to purchase a Class A license from existing license holders under certain conditions. The changes take effect July 1, 2026.

Maryland HB1303 updates regulations for Class A alcoholic beverages licenses for retail establishments.

Maryland HB1303 amends the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis laws to allow certain retail establishments to apply for a Class A beer or Class A beer and wine license. Specifically, it permits food retailers, pharmacies, and retail service stations to apply for a license if they meet certain criteria, such as offering a variety of food products and not selling alcohol through self-scanning cash registers. The bill also allows retail establishments to purchase a Class A license from existing license holders under certain conditions. The changes take effect July 1, 2026.