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RI H7664

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Casey

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Class P licensed caterers may now purchase alcoholic beverages from either retail or wholesale establishments in Rhode Island, removing the previous requirement that only Class B license holders could buy at wholesale prices

  • Wholesalers may refuse to fulfill caterer orders or set minimum quantity and dollar value requirements per order

  • Caterers may now serve alcoholic beverages provided by the event host at their residence, provided the alcohol remains under the caterer's control for the entire time they are onsite

  • Removes the provision that allowed caterers holding both Class P and Class B licenses to purchase at wholesale, replacing it with wholesale access for all Class P holders

  • Takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

Allows holders of a Class P license to purchase alcoholic beverages from either a retail or wholesale establishment in the State of Rhode Island.

Alcoholic Beverages

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Small Business

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Small Business2/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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