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HB 99

Anne Arundel County - Class A (Off-Sale) and Class D (Off-Sale) Licenses - Population Ratio Quota

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Rogers

HB 99 ties Anne Arundel County's off-sale alcohol licenses to population ratios, allowing more licenses as the county grows instead of maintaining fixed license caps.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 819
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Bill Summary · HB 99

Legislative bill overview

HB 99 modifies the licensing requirements for off-sale alcohol retailers (liquor stores) in Anne Arundel County by establishing a population-based quota system for Class A and Class D licenses. The bill adjusts how many licenses can be issued based on county population ratios rather than maintaining a fixed number of licenses.

Why is this important

This bill directly impacts business competition and market entry in the alcohol retail sector within Anne Arundel County. By allowing more licenses as population grows, it affects existing business owners' market share, consumer choice regarding where to purchase alcohol, and local tax revenue from license fees and sales tax on alcohol products.

Potential points of contention

  • Market saturation concerns: Existing liquor store owners may oppose increased competition and potential business dilution in their areas
  • Population measurement methodology: Disputes could arise over which population figures are used (census data, estimates, timing) to calculate the allowable quota
  • Implementation timeline: Questions about how quickly new licenses can be issued and whether grandfather clauses protect existing operators during the transition

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

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