This bill establishes a new "Veterans Service Organization License" that permits certain veteran organizations, such as the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, to sell alcoholic beverages for immediate consumption on their premises. The license is limited to bona fide members of the organization, their guests, affiliated members of other veteran organizations, and members of auxiliary organizations. Importantly, the bill prohibits affiliated and auxiliary members from hosting private events or inviting guests unless they are bona fide members. While bona fide members can host private events, they must provide all alcoholic beverages purchased off the premises, and the organization is not allowed to charge for the consumption of these beverages.

Additionally, the bill sets the licensing fee between $63 and $188, as determined by the local governing body, and clarifies that existing restrictions on the number of retail consumption licenses in a municipality do not apply to this new license. The legislation aims to enhance the ability of veteran organizations to serve their members and promote community engagement while ensuring responsible alcohol service. It also restricts license holders from selling alcoholic beverages or charging fees during private events, although they may sell food and non-alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption.