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HB 583

Prince George’s County – Alcoholic Beverages – Notice of Issuance of Class C Per Diem Beer, Wine, and Liquor License PG 319–26

2026 Regular Session

HB 583 requires Prince George's County to publicly notify residents before issuing temporary Class C per diem alcohol licenses, enhancing transparency but potentially delaying event approvals.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 837
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Bill Summary · HB 583

Legislative bill overview

HB 583 establishes notice requirements for the issuance of Class C Per Diem beer, wine, and liquor licenses in Prince George's County, Maryland. The bill mandates that the county alcoholic beverages board must provide public notice before granting these temporary licenses, likely specifying timeframes and methods for community notification.

Why is this important

Per diem licenses allow temporary alcohol service at events and venues. Adding notice requirements increases transparency and gives residents and local stakeholders opportunity to comment on or object to license issuance before approval. This affects both the alcohol beverage industry's operational flexibility and community input into local alcohol licensing decisions.

Potential points of contention

  • Business burden vs. transparency trade-off: Event organizers and venues may view extended notice periods as cumbersome administrative obstacles, while community groups may argue notice periods are insufficient for meaningful public review.
  • Notice adequacy standards: Disagreement may arise over what constitutes "adequate" notice—social media, local newspapers, online portals, or physical postings—and whether different standards apply to different venue types or neighborhoods.
  • Competitive disadvantage: Smaller or less-resourced event organizers might face greater difficulty navigating notice requirements compared to established entertainment venues with dedicated compliance staff.

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

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