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MA S2532
Bill
Status
6/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michael Rush
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AI Summary
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Walpole's licensing authority may grant 2 additional off-premises alcohol sales licenses (package store licenses) beyond the limits set in Chapter 138, Section 17 of Massachusetts General Laws
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Licenses are restricted to establishments within Walpole's Central Business District as defined by the town's Zoning By-Law as of January 1, 2025
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Licenses are non-transferable to locations outside the Central Business District, though they may be reassigned to new applicants within the district if cancelled or revoked
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New applicants must provide letters from the Department of Revenue and Department of Unemployment Assistance confirming good standing and payment of all taxes, fees, and contributions
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All licenses must be initially issued within 3 years of the act's effective date, though reissuance to new applicants may occur thereafter
Legislative Description
Authorizing the town of Walpole to grant up to 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session
3/9/2026