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SB 642

Baltimore City - Alcoholic Beverages - 46th Alcoholic Beverages District

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bill Ferguson

SB 642 creates Baltimore's 46th Alcoholic Beverages District to establish localized licensing and regulatory oversight for alcohol sales in a designated geographic area.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 845
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Bill Summary · SB 642

Legislative bill overview

SB 642 establishes the 46th Alcoholic Beverages District in Baltimore City, creating a new regulatory jurisdiction for alcohol licensing and sales within a defined geographic area. This bill allows for localized control over liquor licensing, enforcement, and beverage alcohol regulations in this specific district.

Why is this important

The creation of new alcohol districts affects community development, public safety, and local business operations. It determines which establishments can serve alcohol, how they're regulated, and how revenues are collected—factors that directly impact neighborhood character, policing resources, and commercial activity in the affected area.

Potential points of contention

  • Geographic boundaries: Dispute over which neighborhoods fall within the 46th district and whether the boundaries fairly represent community interests or favor certain commercial interests
  • Licensing standards: Questions about whether new district regulations will be more or less restrictive than existing districts, potentially affecting bar/restaurant profitability or neighborhood alcohol availability
  • Resource allocation: Concerns about whether new district oversight requires additional government staff and funding, and how enforcement will be prioritized compared to other districts

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

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