This bill amends RCW 66.24.570 to expand the definition of sports entertainment facilities eligible for a license to sell beer, wine, and spirits. The new language specifies that such facilities can include not only arenas and stadiums but also any publicly or privately owned venue where sports, amusement, or recreational activities are engaged in by patrons for a price. This broadens the scope of facilities that can apply for a sports entertainment facility license, which costs $3,750 annually. Additionally, the bill allows the board to impose reasonable requirements on licensees regarding food availability and restrict the types of events and activities that can occur at these facilities.

Furthermore, the bill introduces provisions for caterer's endorsements, allowing licensees to serve liquor at off-premises events, and establishes an endorsement for selling Washington-bottled wine for off-premises consumption. It also permits financial arrangements for brand advertising and event promotion at larger sports entertainment facilities, with oversight from the board to ensure compliance and prevent exclusivity in product offerings. The board is tasked with monitoring these arrangements and reporting their impacts to the legislature biennially.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 66.24.570