The bill, titled "An Act authorizing the Town of Athol to grant five (5) additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk off the premises," allows the Town of Athol to issue five new licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages for off-premises consumption. This legislation specifically overrides section 17 of chapter 138 of the General Laws, which typically governs the licensing of such sales, thereby enabling the town to expand its licensing capabilities.

The new licenses will still be subject to the provisions of chapter 138, except for the stipulations outlined in section 17. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon its passage, facilitating a prompt response to the town's needs for additional beverage licenses.