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H 5583MASSACHUSETTSSession 194thState Billin committee

Webster Authorized to Issue Additional Off-Premises Alcohol License

Original title: An Act authorizing the town of Webster to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises

Last action · August 18, 2026: Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony OnlySponsors: Joe McKenna and 1 other

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What This Bill Would Do

Massachusetts lawmakers are considering a to allow the town of Webster to grant one additional license for the retail sale of all alcoholic beverages .

Why it matters

Local businesses seeking retail liquor permits in Webster may have access to an additional license following local approval.

Who It Would Affect

Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Webster businesses

Eligible local merchants gain the opportunity to apply for an additional retail alcoholic beverage license.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does House Bill 5583 allow Webster to do?

It authorizes the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages .

Did the town approve this request?

Yes, the petition notes that local approval was received by a vote of the town.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

3 actions

Aug 18, 2026Massachusetts General Court
Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only
Jul 20, 2026Senate
Senate concurred
Jul 16, 2026HouseCommittee
Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure

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Connected Entities

Webster, Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure, Joseph D. McKenna and 1 more

locationWebster“The town authorized to grant the additional alcoholic beverage license.”Map →

OrganizationConsumer Protection and Professional Licensure“Legislative committee assigned to review the bill.”Map →

PersonJoseph D. McKenna“Representative for the 18th Worcester District and joint petitioner.”Map →

PersonRyan C. Fattman“Senator for the Worcester and Hampden district and joint petitioner.”Map →

Sources

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malegislature.gov

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