This bill amends Chapter 9, Title 23 of the Idaho Code to introduce a new section, 23-903d, which establishes provisions for liquor licenses specifically for established caterers. An established caterer is defined as a catering business that has been operational for at least five years and caters a minimum of 25 events annually. The bill allows these caterers to apply for a liquor license that can be used at catered events, exempting them from the population limitations typically imposed on liquor licenses. The licenses are for one-time use at events, with no limit on the number of licenses an established caterer can apply for, and they cannot be sold or transferred.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 23-904 to set specific fees for the established caterer liquor licenses. The annual registration fee for an established caterer is set at $150, with an additional fee of $50 for each liquor license granted for a catering event. The bill also declares an emergency, making it effective from July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 23-904