Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Alcohol Regulation topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Committee advances bill to allow B&Bs to sell alcohol after member questions
Summary
Senate Bill 2051, by Senator Webb, would amend the alcoholic beverage control law to permit bed-and-breakfast establishments to sell cider, beer, wine and liquor; Senator Burrell moved the bill, Senator Chris Ryan seconded, and it was reported to the calendar after Senator Dean Murray questioned why the measure has stalled in the Assembly.
Senate Bill 2051, sponsored by Senator Webb, would amend the alcoholic beverage control law to allow bed-and-breakfast establishments to sell cider, beer, wine and liquor.
During committee consideration Senator Dean Murray asked why the bill has repeatedly stalled in the Assembly, noting, "This this has passed the Senate the last 5 years." Murray supported the measure in committee but pressed for clarity on holdups in the other chamber. Senator Burrell moved the bill and Senator Chris Ryan seconded. The committee voted to report the bill to the calendar.
On the record, members described the bill as a small-business support measure that could help inns and bed-and-breakfast operators increase revenues; no amendments or fiscal notes were discussed during the session. The bill will next appear on the Senate calendar for further action.
