The bill amends various sections of Alaska's alcohol laws, primarily focusing on the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages in licensed establishments. Key changes include allowing individuals aged 16 and 17 to be employed in licensed premises under certain conditions, and permitting those under 21 to enter and remain on the premises for dining purposes, provided they are accompanied by an adult or have parental consent. Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions for reciprocity agreements between patriotic organizations regarding the sale of alcoholic beverages and modifies the time frame during which theaters can serve alcohol, extending it to two hours before an event until one hour after.

Furthermore, the bill updates the warning signs required in establishments serving alcohol, emphasizing the health risks associated with alcohol use, including cancer and the consequences of providing alcohol to minors. It also clarifies the responsibilities of licensees regarding underage individuals on their premises and repeals a previous provision related to theater alcohol service. The effective date for the new warning sign requirements is set for August 1, 2025, while the rest of the bill will take effect on May 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
SB0015A, AM SB 15, introduced 01/10/2025: 04.09.210, 04.21.080, 04.16.049, 04.09.250, 04.09.360, 04.09.450, 04.16.050, 23.10.350, 04.16.052, 04.21.065
SB0015B, AM HCS SB 15(L&C), introduced 02/19/2025: 04.09.210, 04.21.080, 04.16.049, 04.09.220, 04.09.250, 04.09.360, 04.09.450, 04.16.050, 23.10.350, 04.16.052, 04.21.065
SB0015Z, AM Enrolled SB 15, introduced 04/04/2025: 04.09.210, 04.21.080, 04.16.049, 04.09.220, 04.09.250, 04.09.360, 04.09.450, 04.16.050, 23.10.350, 04.16.052, 04.21.065