The bill proposes the repeal of Section 3-7-19 of the General Laws in Chapter 3-7, which currently restricts the issuance of certain retail liquor licenses (Class B, C, N, and I) based on their proximity to schools and places of worship. Specifically, it eliminates the requirement that licenses cannot be issued if there are objections from property owners within 200 feet or if the establishment is located within 200 feet of a public, private, or parochial school or a place of worship.

In addition to the repeal, the bill introduces a new section titled "Objection by adjoining property owners Proximity to schools and churches," which establishes a framework for objections but does not retain the previous limitations. The bill also grants specific city and town councils, including those in Providence, Central Falls, and North Providence, the authority to exempt certain proposed retailer licenses from existing regulations. These exemptions are contingent upon an application process and apply to various locations, thereby facilitating the establishment of new retail liquor outlets. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
8011: 3-7-19