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HB 522

Anne Arundel County - Alcoholic Beverages Licenses - Class C Per Diem License Fees

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Andrew Pruski

HB 522 adjusts Class C Per Diem alcohol license fees in Anne Arundel County, affecting temporary event licensing costs for venues and organizations.

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Bill Summary · HB 522

Legislative bill overview

HB 522 modifies the fee structure for Class C Per Diem alcoholic beverage licenses in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. The bill adjusts how much establishments pay for temporary licenses to serve alcohol on a daily or short-term basis. This is a local regulatory measure affecting county-level licensing fees.

Why is this important

Fee adjustments for alcohol licenses directly impact small venues, event organizers, and temporary establishments that rely on these permits for fundraisers, festivals, and special events. Changes to per diem license costs can affect the affordability of hosting events in the county and revenue collection for local government. This particularly matters for nonprofits and community organizations that depend on affordable licensing for fundraising events.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost burden on small events: If fees increase significantly, nonprofits and community groups may struggle to afford temporary alcohol licenses for fundraising events, potentially reducing event frequency or profitability
  • Fairness across license types: Questions about whether per diem license fees should be proportional to permanent Class C licenses and whether the fee structure encourages compliance or creates barriers to legitimate use
  • Government revenue versus accessibility: Higher fees benefit the county budget but may disadvantage lower-income organizations and smaller venues that hold occasional events

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

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