SB5399 regulates liquor licenses in Washington, focusing on denials based on chronic illegal activity and proximity to schools and churches.

SB5399 amends Washington's liquor license regulations, emphasizing the board's discretion to deny licenses based on chronic illegal activity, including open container violations and criminal conduct. The bill mandates that licenses cannot be granted if they would adversely affect private schools within 500 feet. It also requires the board to notify local authorities and schools of license applications and renewals. The board can issue temporary licenses and must consider objections from local authorities.

SB5399 regulates liquor licenses in Washington, focusing on denials based on chronic illegal activity and proximity to schools and churches.

SB5399 amends Washington's liquor license regulations, emphasizing the board's discretion to deny licenses based on chronic illegal activity, including open container violations and criminal conduct. The bill mandates that licenses cannot be granted if they would adversely affect private schools within 500 feet. It also requires the board to notify local authorities and schools of license applications and renewals. The board can issue temporary licenses and must consider objections from local authorities.