Massachusetts H4597 aims to prevent new off-premises alcohol licenses from being issued within 500 feet of existing ones unless deemed.
Massachusetts H4597 seeks to ensure economic opportunity related to alcohol licenses by amending Chapter 138 of the General Laws. It prohibits the issuance of new off-premises alcohol licenses within 500 feet of existing ones unless the local licensing authority determines they are not detrimental to public health. This provision does not apply to license transfers to more remote locations. Applicants denied a license under this section have the right to appeal.
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