This 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, such as adequate supervision to prevent them from obtaining alcoholic beverages. The bill also specifies that individuals aged 18 to 20 may be employed in various licensed establishments, including breweries and restaurants, but they are prohibited from selling or serving alcohol. Additionally, the bill modifies the time frame during which theaters can sell alcoholic beverages, extending it to two hours before an event until one hour after the event.

Furthermore, the bill updates the warning signs that must be posted in licensed premises, emphasizing the risks associated with alcohol use, including cancer and the consequences of providing alcohol to minors. The language of the warning signs has been revised to reflect these changes. The bill also repeals a section related to the sale of alcoholic beverages, streamlining the regulations surrounding alcohol sales and consumption in Alaska. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the regulation of alcohol sales while ensuring the safety of minors in licensed establishments.

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