DC Hospitality Amendment Act of 2026

This bill modernizes Washington, D.C.'s alcoholic beverage laws to support the hospitality industry, particularly in Wards 5, 7, 8, and Downtown DC. It introduces new license categories such as pop-up restaurants and outdoor activations, extends weekend operating hours until 4 a.m. in Downtown DC, and allows breweries to establish brew pubs in specific wards. The legislation also expands opportunities for returning citizens to work in alcohol establishments, clarifies rules for distillery and brewery collaborations, and updates various administrative requirements for licensing and compliance.