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HD 5149

An Act authorizing the town of Raynham to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages, not to be drunk on the premises

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Dennis Gallagher

Authorizes Raynham to issue one off-premises all-alcohol license (1348 US-44), subject to Chapter 138 within one year, kept in Raynham district and compliant with zoning.

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Bill Summary · HD 5149

Summary of HD 5149: An Act authorizing the town of Raynham to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages, not to be drunk on the premises

Purpose and intent

  • Create one additional license in the Town of Raynham for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be sold for off-premises consumption only (i.e., not to be drunk on the premises).
  • Authorize the Raynham licensing authority to issue this license despite general-law constraints, but subject to the standard requirements of Chapter 138.

Key provisions

  • License authorizement: The Raynham licensing authority may grant one (1) license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on the licensed premises.
  • Location: The license must be located at 1348 New State Highway (US-44) in Raynham.
  • Legal framework: The license is issued under the provisions of section 15 of Chapter 138, Massachusetts General Laws.
  • Transition and compliance: The license must come under all applicable provisions of Chapter 138 within one year after issuance.
  • District constraints: The license must remain in the established Raynham district.
  • Zoning requirement: The use must be allowed by right or by special permit in the applicable zoning district.
  • Effective date: The act takes effect upon passage.

Affected parties and potential impact

  • Municipality: Town of Raynham gains the authority to issue one additional all-alcohol off-premises license in a specified location.
  • Local businesses: Potential impact on retail liquor businesses in Raynham (e.g., convenience stores, standalone liquor retailers) by creating a new off-premises license.
  • Residents and consumers: Could affect availability and choice for purchasing all-alcohol beverages for off-site consumption within Raynham.
  • Zoning and licensing authorities: Must ensure that the new license adheres to existing district zoning and Chapter 138 requirements.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • Introduction/filing: Filed September 16, 2025; introduced in the 194th General Court (2025-2026) with sponsor Dennis C. Gallagher (8th Plymouth).
  • Grant conditions: The license is contingent on compliance with Chapter 138 within one year of issuance.
  • Status: Proposed bill (not enacted as of the provided information).
  • Enactment effect: Immediate upon passage for the act itself; specific licensing actions would proceed under existing state licensing processes.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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