The bill amends Title 3 of the General Laws concerning "ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES" by introducing a new chapter, CHAPTER 7.1, which establishes temporary extended service hours for licensed establishments during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Tournament. Specifically, it allows these establishments to operate 24 hours a day and sell alcoholic beverages from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. the following day, overriding existing regulations on hours of operation for the duration of the tournament, which is from June 11, 2026, to July 19, 2026.

The bill also grants municipalities the authority to opt out, limit, or modify the extended service hours through a resolution of the city or town council, ensuring that any modifications do not fall below normal permissible service hours. Licensees will not be required to submit applications or pay fees for these temporary extensions but must notify the local licensing authority or police department at least 24 hours in advance of their intention to operate under the extended hours. The act will take effect upon passage.