Massachusetts S3112 allows municipalities to opt-in to a pilot program extending liquor license hours and permitting public consumption in designated.
Massachusetts S3112 authorizes municipalities to participate in a temporary pilot program that extends the hours of liquor licenses and allows public consumption in designated districts from June 1 to August 31, 2026. Licensed establishments can sell alcoholic beverages for an additional hour, up to 3:00 a.m., and municipalities can designate areas for public consumption, subject to local restrictions. This act takes effect upon passage and expires on August 31, 2026.
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