This is more than just a legislative change; it’s a step toward a more equitable, fair, and inclusive Massachusetts. By removing this unnecessary exclusion, we open doors to greater economic opportunities and cultural enrichment for all communities.
Liquor licenses
Healey scratches liquor license provision from municipal bill
GOV. MAURA HEALEY touched off a bit of political intrigue on Monday when she filed “municipal empowerment” legislation that lacked one of the powers she had trumpeted just three days earlier at a conference of the Massachusetts Municipal Association. The governor’s bill would increase local option taxes for meals and lodging and create a new […]
Scrapping the state’s liquor license law makes economic sense
Massachusetts is considered a liberal progressive state. It needs to get rid of repressive and regressive liquor laws that impose tight state control over drinking with meals.
Creating equity in Boston’s liquor license market
IT’S NO SECRET that Boston’s liquor license market is antiquated and broken. This year, Boston’s liquor licenses have been selling for $625,000 on the private secondary market. That means that before a chef or owner invests one penny into a buildout, stocking the kitchen, or hiring staff, they must come up with a $625,000 loan […]