The bill amends RCW 66.24.690 to establish a caterer's license that allows the sale of spirits, beer, and wine for consumption at catered events. The new language clarifies that events may be open to the public or limited to members and invited guests of various sponsoring entities, including individuals, societies, organizations, corporations, businesses, or other for-profit or nonprofit entities. The requirement for the sponsor to be a society or organization as defined in RCW 66.24.375 has been waived. Additionally, the bill mandates that food must be served at these events as per the board's rules.

The bill also outlines the annual fees for different types of licenses and includes a waiver of these fees for a 12-month period for certain licenses, specifically those that expired during this timeframe or were previously licensed. However, the waivers do not apply to licensees who faced suspensions or citations related to health and safety violations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, the bill requires license holders to notify the board of any catered events where liquor will be served and allows for the storage of liquor on premises controlled by the licensee, while prohibiting catering at locations already licensed to sell liquor.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 66.24.690