Relates to the provision of on-premises alcohol consumption licenses; provides such licenses may be provided if the owner or administrator of a school, church, or other place of worship affirmatively provides support for the issuance of such license and such license would have been denied only for the proximity to such buildings.
Impact
The proposed changes are likely to have significant implications for local economies, particularly in areas not served by a city with a population of one million or more. By enabling local governments and businesses to collaborate more flexibly, the bill can potentially stimulate growth in local economies, create jobs, and encourage entrepreneurship. Support from the institutions involved could lead to a healthier business environment where restaurants and bars can thrive in community settings, fostering a more vibrant local culture.
Summary
Bill A09079 seeks to amend the existing alcohol beverage control laws in New York, specifically addressing the regulations surrounding on-premises consumption licenses. The primary focus of the bill is to allow the issuance of licenses for venues located within 200 feet of schools, churches, and similar institutions, provided that the respective institutions affirmatively support such licensing. This legislative effort aims to enhance local businesses' ability to operate in proximity to community centers without being hindered by previous restrictions based solely on distance from these establishments.
Contention
Notably, the bill may face opposition from advocacy groups and individuals concerned with the potential rise in alcohol consumption in neighborhoods near schools and places of worship. Critics might argue that this could compromise the sanctity or safety of these institutions, suggesting that the proximity to such establishments warrants a more cautious approach to alcohol licensing rather than facilitation. The discussion surrounding this bill might include weighing economic benefits against community health and safety considerations.
Same As
Relates to the provision of on-premises alcohol consumption licenses; provides such licenses may be provided if the owner or administrator of a school, church, or other place of worship affirmatively provides support for the issuance of such license and such license would have been denied only for the proximity to such buildings.
Relates to the provision of on-premises alcohol consumption licenses; provides such licenses may be provided if the owner or administrator of a school, church, or other place of worship affirmatively provides support for the issuance of such license and such license would have been denied only for the proximity to such buildings.
Relates to the effectiveness of provisions of law relating to the powers of the chairman and members of the state liquor authority (Part A); authorizes special permits to remain open during certain hours of the morning (Part B); permits certain retail licensees to purchase wine and liquor from certain other retail licensees (Part C); relates to permissible sales by license holders (Part D); allows multiple off-premises licenses (Part E); relates to licensing restrictions for manufacturers and wholesalers of alcoholic beverages and retail licensees (Part F); relates to the approval of seven day licenses to sell liquor at retail for consumption off the premises (Part G); adjusts licensing fees regarding certain alcoholic beverages (Part H); relates to changes of ownership of a licensed business (Part I); relates to the issuance of temporary retail permits; makes permanent certain provisions relating to liquidator's permits and temporary retail permits (Part J); establishes a temporary wholesale permit and allows multiple wholesale licenses owned by the same person or entity to be located at the same premises (Part K); relates to licenses issued for on-premises consumption within a certain distance of a building occupied as a school, church, synagogue or other place of worship with consent of such building's owner or administrator (Part L); permits licenses for premises located within five hundred feet of other premises outside of certain counties (Part M).
Allows the state liquor authority to issue a retail license for on-premises consumption for a premises which shall be located within two hundred feet of a building occupied as a school, church, synagogue or other place of worship.
Allows the state liquor authority to issue a retail license for on-premises consumption for a premises which shall be located within two hundred feet of a building occupied as a school, church, synagogue or other place of worship.
Allows the state liquor authority to issue a retail license for on-premises consumption for a premises which shall be located within two hundred feet of a building occupied as a church, synagogue or other place of worship.
Allows the state liquor authority to issue a retail license for on-premises consumption for a premises which shall be located within two hundred feet of a building occupied as a church, synagogue or other place of worship.