MS SB2803

Adds 17 new qualified resort areas (items 73-89 of Section 67-1-5(o)(iii)) to Mississippi's definition of "qualified resort area," including municipalities meeting specific highway intersection criteria and facilities on specified properties.

Authorizes governing authorities of certain municipalities and county boards of supervisors designated as qualified resort areas to specify operating hours, minimum food revenue percentages, and designated locations for alcoholic beverage sales through ordinance or resolution.

Expands authority for issuing package retailer's permits in qualified resort areas defined under Section 67-1-5(o)(iii)5, 7, 8.a.B and C, 21, 39, 44, 46, and 80, allowing lawful receipt, storage, sale, possession and distribution of alcoholic beverages in these areas.

Clarifies that municipalities may enforce proper zoning ordinances for package retailer store locations and that counties voting to permit alcohol sales may make similar regulations for areas outside municipalities.

Effective date: July 1, 2024.