The bill amends Section 3-7-19 of the General Laws in Chapter 3-7, which governs "Retail Licenses," by introducing new provisions regarding objections to the issuance of certain retail licenses based on their proximity to schools and places of worship. It stipulates that licenses cannot be granted if the owner of the majority of land within 200 feet of the proposed location files an objection, and they cannot be issued within 200 feet of any public, private, or parochial school or a place of public worship.

The bill specifically allows the city council of Central Falls to exempt a proposed retailers Class BV license intended to be located at 913-915 Dexter Street, Plat 7, Lot 156, from the general prohibition against issuing licenses within 200 feet of schools or places of worship. This provision grants local governance the authority to make decisions on exemptions, facilitating the establishment of retail alcohol outlets while maintaining regulatory compliance. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
6091: 3-7-19