A8427A
An act to amend the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law — 2024-06-06 · Calendar #1579
The New York State Senate passed an Assembly bill amending the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law on a roll call vote of 60-0. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymember Epstein and designated as Assembly Bill 8427A with Calendar Number 1579, takes effect immediately. During floor consideration, Sen. Ramos explained her affirmative vote, characterizing the bill as an important economic development measure for small businesses. Ramos noted that temporary liquor licenses, extended to New York City businesses in 2021, have successfully helped restaurants open faster and fill vacant storefronts while the State Liquor Authority works through a 10-to-12-month backlog for permanent licenses. She credited stakeholders and leadership for helping navigate roadblocks to passage.
PASSED
Ayes: 60
· Nays: 0
Debate Summary
Sen. Ramos explained her affirmative vote, highlighting the bill's role in providing economic relief to small businesses. She noted that temporary liquor licenses, made available to New York City businesses in 2021, have proven successful in helping restaurants open faster, fill vacant storefronts, and generate tax revenue sooner. Ramos cited the State Liquor Authority's 10-to-12-month backlog for permanent licenses and characterized the measure as a necessary pressure valve for economic development.