The bill amends RCW 66.24.655 to increase the maximum seating capacity for theaters eligible for a spirits, beer, and wine theater license from 120 to 200 seats per screen. This change allows more theaters to qualify for the license, which permits the sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises. Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for alcohol control plans that must be submitted by theaters frequented by minors. These plans must include measures such as staff monitoring, electronic identification scanners at points of sale, and identification checks for all alcohol purchases, regardless of the consumer's age.

Furthermore, the bill outlines that the board will adopt rules regarding alcohol control plans to ensure minors are not able to obtain alcohol or be exposed to drinking environments. It also allows tax-exempt entities to enter into advertising arrangements with alcohol manufacturers, provided these do not serve as inducements for product purchases. The penalties for violations related to minors or failure to adhere to the alcohol control plan are doubled, emphasizing the importance of compliance in licensed theaters.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 66.24.655
Substitute bill: 66.24.655
Engrossed substitute: 66.24.655
Bill as passed Legislature: 66.24.655
Session law: 66.24.655