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RI S2755

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Samuel Zurier

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Providence Board of Licenses to exempt 186 Wayland Avenue (Plat 014, Lot 446) from standard proximity restrictions for Class B or Class BV retail liquor licenses

  • Overrides the general prohibition on issuing liquor licenses within 200 feet of schools or places of public worship for this specific property

  • Adds this location to an existing list of 75+ site-specific exemptions granted to various Rhode Island municipalities since 1978

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Allows for the issuance of a Class B or Class BV liquor license for the property located at 186 Wayland Avenue in the city of Providence.

Alcoholic Beverages

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs

2/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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