HB 8483·RI·house
AN ACT RELATING TO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES -- RETAIL LICENSES
Signed into LawFiled Apr 29, 2026
Sponsor: Joseph McNamara (D)
Latest Action
06/26/2026 Effective without Governor's signature
Jun 26, 2026
Summary
The bill amends Rhode Island law to bar most new alcohol retail licenses within 200 feet of any school, place of worship, or property where the owner files an objection. In East Providence, the buffer for Class A licenses is 500 feet. Local licensing boards can grant exemptions for specific areas after an application.
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