The bill amends various sections of Alaska's alcohol regulations to clarify the conditions under which individuals under 21 years of age may enter and remain on licensed premises, particularly restaurants and theaters. Key provisions include allowing individuals aged 16 and 17 to be employed on these premises with adequate supervision, and specifying that individuals aged 18 to 20 may be employed in various licensed establishments, including breweries and restaurants, but cannot sell or serve alcoholic beverages. Additionally, the bill updates the time frame for alcohol sales in theaters, allowing sales to begin two hours before an event and continue until one hour after the event.

The bill also introduces new warning sign requirements for licensed premises, emphasizing the risks of alcohol use during pregnancy and its potential to cause cancer. The language of the warning signs has been updated to reflect these changes, and the bill mandates that these signs be displayed prominently to inform patrons. Furthermore, it repeals a previous provision related to alcohol sales, streamlining the regulations surrounding the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages in Alaska.

Statutes affected:
HB0068A, AM HB 68, introduced 01/24/2025: 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