The bill amends RCW 66.24.690 to establish a caterer's license that allows the sale of spirits, beer, and wine at catered events. The new language clarifies that events may be open to the public or limited to members and invited guests of various 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 is waived, and the licensee is mandated to serve food as per the board's rules.

Additionally, the bill outlines the annual fees for different types of licenses and introduces a waiver for these fees during a specified 12-month period for certain licenses. However, this waiver does not apply to licensees who have faced suspensions or citations related to health and safety violations. The bill also requires license holders to notify the board of catered events and provides conditions under which liquor may be stored on other premises operated by the licensee. Furthermore, it prohibits license holders from catering events at locations already licensed to sell liquor.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 66.24.690