Modernizing alcohol service regulations in Washington, allowing expanded outdoor service and special event licenses.

The bill updates alcohol service regulations in Washington, allowing for expanded outdoor alcohol service for certain licensees and introducing special community event licenses for nonprofit organizations. Cities, towns, or counties can request expanded outdoor service for specific areas, subject to board approval. Licensees can share service areas, and cities with populations over 400,000 can request expanded service during events on publicly owned civic campuses.

Modernizing alcohol service regulations in Washington, allowing expanded outdoor service and special event licenses.

The bill updates alcohol service regulations in Washington, allowing for expanded outdoor alcohol service for certain licensees and introducing special community event licenses for nonprofit organizations. Cities, towns, or counties can request expanded outdoor service for specific areas, subject to board approval. Licensees can share service areas, and cities with populations over 400,000 can request expanded service during events on publicly owned civic campuses.