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The Liquor License Bill
Cities could charge fees for liquor license sales
Relative to the sale of liquor licenses
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
This bill would let towns charge fees when liquor licenses are sold, which could affect prices for businesses and consumers.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
If this bill passes, it might raise costs for people buying drinks at local businesses. It's important to pay attention to how it could change prices.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Cities and towns could assess a fee for liquor license sales.
- The bill is still in the early stages and not yet law.
- It was introduced by Rep Mark Cusack.
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