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WA HB1698
Bill
Status
4/25/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Waters
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AI Summary
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Removes the special permit provision allowing military installation representatives to purchase liquor for use on military installations within Washington state
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Expands the definition of "on-premises licensed facility" for alcohol server permit requirements to include grocery stores, beer/wine specialty shops, and spirit retailers whose employees serve during tasting activities
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Repeals the public house license (RCW 66.24.580), eliminating this license category from Washington's liquor licensing system
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Eliminates the requirement for class 13 alcohol server permit applicants to view a video training session, streamlining the permit process
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Effective date: July 27, 2025; passed unanimously in both House (95-0) and Senate (48-0)
Legislative Description
Updating liquor permit and licensing provisions.
Last Action
Effective date 7/27/2025.
4/25/2025