Massachusetts bill H5465 allows municipalities to extend liquor license hours and permit public alcohol consumption in designated areas from June 1.

Massachusetts bill H5465 authorizes municipalities to participate in a temporary pilot program extending the hours of liquor licenses and allowing public consumption of alcoholic beverages in designated districts. This pilot runs from June 1 to August 31, 2026. Licensed establishments can sell alcohol for an additional hour beyond their current license, up to 3:00 a.m. Cities and towns can also designate areas where public alcohol consumption is allowed, subject to local restrictions. This act takes effect upon passage and expires on August 31, 2026.

Massachusetts bill H5465 allows municipalities to extend liquor license hours and permit public alcohol consumption in designated areas from June 1.

Massachusetts bill H5465 authorizes municipalities to participate in a temporary pilot program extending the hours of liquor licenses and allowing public consumption of alcoholic beverages in designated districts. This pilot runs from June 1 to August 31, 2026. Licensed establishments can sell alcohol for an additional hour beyond their current license, up to 3:00 a.m. Cities and towns can also designate areas where public alcohol consumption is allowed, subject to local restrictions. This act takes effect upon passage and expires on August 31, 2026.