Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H372

Introduced
2/27/25  

Caption

Authorizing an additional alcohol license in the town of Avon

Impact

The enactment of H372 would specifically impact the existing framework governing alcohol sales in the town of Avon, allowing for an increase in the number of licenses available to local businesses. This can potentially boost local economic activity by permitting more establishments to sell alcohol, which in turn could increase revenue for both the businesses and the local government. The measure emphasizes local governance and decision-making, granting Avon the authority to expand its alcohol sales framework as it sees fit.

Summary

House Bill 372 proposes to authorize the town of Avon to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on the premises. This bill, presented by representatives William C. Galvin and Michael D. Brady, seeks to address the needs of local businesses and the community's desire for increased regulation flexibility regarding alcohol sales. Local approval for this measure has already been received, reflecting community support for this change.

Contention

While the bill received local approval, there may be potential points of contention regarding alcohol regulation and its implications for community standards. Some community members might express concerns about the effects of an additional alcohol license on public health and safety, particularly regarding increased accessibility. The discussions around this bill could highlight a tension between economic development interests and the consideration of community well-being.

Companion Bills

MA H5081

Replaced by Study Order

Previously Filed As

MA H2270

Authorizing the town of Avon to appoint a town clerk

MA H399

Authorizing the town of Swansea to grant additional alcoholic beverage licenses

MA H466

Authorizing the town of Palmer to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages

MA H4282

Authorizing the town of Palmer to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages

MA H4964

Authorizing the town of South Hadley to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages

MA S274

Authorizing the town of Marshfield to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages

MA H484

Relative to the town of Avon

MA H5343

Authorizing the town of South Hadley to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages

MA H3906

Authorizing the town of Somerset to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises

MA H4089

Authorizing the town of Milton to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.