Senate Bill No. 1032 introduces new provisions regarding the liability of licensed establishments for the actions of their employees in relation to the sale and service of alcoholic beverages. The bill defines key terms such as "employee" and "seller-server training certificate," and establishes that certain actions by employees, such as selling alcohol to minors or intoxicated individuals, are not attributable to the licensed establishment if specific conditions are met. These conditions include requiring employees to maintain valid licenses and training certificates, adopting written policies against illegal sales, and ensuring employees acknowledge understanding of these policies.

Additionally, the bill creates a rebuttable presumption that a licensed establishment has indirectly encouraged violations if an employee commits certain infractions on three or more occasions within a year. The burden of proof shifts to the establishment to demonstrate compliance with the law when asserting an affirmative defense. The bill also mandates that establishments provide documentation to the ABLE Commission within ten days of receiving a notice of violation, including employee licenses and training certificates. This act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.