Pennsylvania HB828 amends liquor license auction rules, limiting annual county auctions to 50 licenses and setting payment and transfer terms.

HB828 modifies Pennsylvania's liquor license auction process by capping the number of licenses auctioned per county at 50 annually. It mandates that winning bidders pay within six months using specified methods. If payment is not made, the second highest bidder can apply for the license. License transfers require written requests and a $25,000 fee. Excess auctions occur yearly, allowing licenses to be transferred to any county, with restrictions on subsequent transfers for five years. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Pennsylvania HB828 amends liquor license auction rules, limiting annual county auctions to 50 licenses and setting payment and transfer terms.

HB828 modifies Pennsylvania's liquor license auction process by capping the number of licenses auctioned per county at 50 annually. It mandates that winning bidders pay within six months using specified methods. If payment is not made, the second highest bidder can apply for the license. License transfers require written requests and a $25,000 fee. Excess auctions occur yearly, allowing licenses to be transferred to any county, with restrictions on subsequent transfers for five years. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.