Maryland SB972 authorizes specific alcoholic beverage licenses in Baltimore City's 40th district with certain conditions.

Maryland SB972 amends the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis laws to allow the issuance of Class B and Class C beer, wine, and liquor licenses in Baltimore City's 40th alcoholic beverages district. These licenses are subject to conditions such as executing a memorandum of understanding with specific associations, not transferring the license, serving alcohol indoors, and adhering to specific sales hours. The bill also waives certain minimum seating requirements and restrictions on sales to members and their guests. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.

Maryland SB972 authorizes specific alcoholic beverage licenses in Baltimore City's 40th district with certain conditions.

Maryland SB972 amends the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis laws to allow the issuance of Class B and Class C beer, wine, and liquor licenses in Baltimore City's 40th alcoholic beverages district. These licenses are subject to conditions such as executing a memorandum of understanding with specific associations, not transferring the license, serving alcohol indoors, and adhering to specific sales hours. The bill also waives certain minimum seating requirements and restrictions on sales to members and their guests. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.