Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- No direct environmental impact identified
StateMassachusettsHearing Scheduled
H 5583: An Act authorizing the town of Webster to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises
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H 5583 status: Hearing Scheduled — Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only (updated Aug 18, 2026).
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OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Overall Score
75OUT OF 100
Score:75/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Low Impact 10/100
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Constitutionality100%
Bipartisan90%
Public opinion75%
Bill summary
By Representative McKenna of Sutton and Senator Fattman, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5583) of Joseph D. McKenna and Ryan C. Fattman (by vote of the town) that the town of Webster be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Expands local business opportunity
- Supports town-requested revenue growth
Risks
- Minimal impact on regional or state economy
Society
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Facilitates local regulatory preference
Risks
- Increases local alcohol availability
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OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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Source note
Depends entirely on town-level support for licensing accuracy
Analysis scope
Analysis based on limited legislative abstract
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Where it stands
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