SB 5: Suspension of permit.
SB 5 status: Enacted — Signed by the Governor (updated Mar 5, 2026).
What this bill does
Overall score
Bill summary
OfficialAllows the alcohol and tobacco commission (commission) to refuse to grant or renew or to suspend or revoke a retailer's permit if a licensed premises becomes a public nuisance or the scene of certain acts or prohibited conduct. Allows the chairman of the commission to temporarily suspend an alcoholic beverage retail pe...
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
Risks
- No direct impact on environmental policy.
Economy
Benefits
- Increases accountability for retail businesses.
- Reduces crime-related costs in business areas.
Risks
- Increased risk of license revocation for permit holders.
- Potential for sudden revenue loss during suspension periods.
Society
Benefits
- Addresses public safety risks at nuisance establishments.
- Establishes a mechanism for swift community protection.
Risks
- Potential for inconsistent application of 'reasonable belief' standards.
- Risk of civil rights concerns during summary suspensions.
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
The broad discretion granted to the commission chairman may lead to concerns regarding equitable enforcement.
Analysis based on provided abstract; full text was not reviewed.
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