The bill proposes an amendment to the definition of "entertainer" within the context of liquor license requirements. The current law's definition of an entertainer is expanded to specifically include persons who perform on stage or in designated performance areas, or in areas designated for entertainers in premises licensed to sell alcoholic beverages. This change allows for the consumption of alcohol in artist performance areas, aligning with the bill's title, "AN ACT relative to allowing for the consumption of alcohol in artist performance areas."

The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage. The fiscal note attached to the bill indicates that there is no expected fiscal impact on state, county, or local expenditures or revenue as a result of this legislation. The Office of Legislative Budget Assistant has confirmed this assessment. The Liquor Commission has been contacted in relation to this bill.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 179:19