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H 5481MASSACHUSETTSSession 194thState Billin committee

Wayland Authorized to Grant 10 Additional On-Premises Alcohol Licenses

Original title: An Act authorizing the town of Wayland to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages 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 OnlySponsor: David Linsky

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What This Bill Would Do

The town of Wayland is authorized to issue 10 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be following a local town vote.

Why it matters

Increases the total number of local restaurant and bar alcohol permits available for businesses operating within the town limits.

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

Wayland businesses

Local establishments gain the opportunity to apply for one of 10 newly authorized on-premises alcohol licenses.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does House No. 5481 allow the town of Wayland to do?

It authorizes the town of Wayland to grant 10 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be .

How was this measure initiated?

It was initiated by a of Representative David Paul Linsky and Senator Eldridge, following a vote of the town of Wayland.

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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
Jun 11, 2026Senate
Senate concurred
Jun 8, 2026HouseCommittee
Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure

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Connected Entities

David Paul Linsky, Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure, Eldridge and 1 more

PersonDavid Paul Linsky“Representative of Natick filing the joint petition”Map →

OrganizationConsumer Protection and Professional Licensure“Legislative committee reviewing the bill”Map →

PersonEldridge“Senator supporting the joint petition”Map →

locationWayland“Town authorized to grant the additional licenses”Map →

Sources

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malegislature.gov

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