New York S07407 amends the alcoholic beverage control law to ensure consistent public interest factors for liquor licenses.

New York S07407 amends the alcoholic beverage control law by adding new provisions for the state liquor authority to consider when evaluating the merits of a license application for the sale of alcoholic beverages. The bill specifies factors such as the number and classes of licenses in proximity, evidence of necessary licenses and permits, the effect on traffic and noise levels, history of liquor violations and criminal activity, building and fire violations, and other relevant factors. The authority must conduct a hearing and may hold a public meeting before issuing a license.

New York S07407 amends the alcoholic beverage control law to ensure consistent public interest factors for liquor licenses.

New York S07407 amends the alcoholic beverage control law by adding new provisions for the state liquor authority to consider when evaluating the merits of a license application for the sale of alcoholic beverages. The bill specifies factors such as the number and classes of licenses in proximity, evidence of necessary licenses and permits, the effect on traffic and noise levels, history of liquor violations and criminal activity, building and fire violations, and other relevant factors. The authority must conduct a hearing and may hold a public meeting before issuing a license.