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MD SB826

Bill

Status

Passed

5/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mike McKay

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates new Class BDR-DC (Deluxe Complex Restaurant) beer and wine license requiring minimum 20-seat capacity and $25,000 capital investment, with annual fees ranging from $500-$710 depending on 6-day or 7-day operation and catering options

  • Creates new Class BDR-DC beer, wine, and liquor license requiring minimum 20-seat capacity and $250,000 capital investment, with annual fees ranging from $2,250-$3,125

  • Establishes Class BRC Resort Complex licenses for properties with at least two facilities separated by 150+ feet on contiguous property, with beer and wine fees of $700-$820 and beer/wine/liquor fees of $3,000-$3,500 for two facilities

  • Requires the Board of License Commissioners to hold hearings and publish notice at least 7 days before festival license hearings; removes previous requirement that notice appear in newspaper of general circulation

  • Expands eligibility for Class C multiple day and multiple event licenses from "clubs" to "nonprofit organizations," with fees ranging from $50 for 2-day licenses to $500 for up to 24 events per year

Legislative Description

Garrett County Alcoholic Beverages Act of 2025

Rules and Regulations

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 791

5/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Economic Matters3/7/2025
Finance2/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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