A2902
An act to amend the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law (premixed drinks) — 2023-03-01 · Calendar #281
The New York State Senate unanimously passed legislation amending the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law to allow businesses to sell premixed drinks. Assembly Print 2902, sponsored by Assemblymember Cunningham, passed on a 60-0 vote. Sen. Scarcella-Spanton characterized the measure as a straightforward regulatory fix designed to support small business recovery in the post-pandemic period by reducing red tape. The bill takes effect 30 days after becoming law.
PASSED
Ayes: 60
· Nays: 0
Debate Summary
Sen. Scarcella-Spanton supported the bill as a common-sense measure to help small businesses recover from pandemic-related restrictions by allowing them to sell premixed drinks. She characterized it as a simple fix that reduces regulatory red tape for local establishments.