An Act authorizing municipalities to opt-in to a temporary pilot to extend the hours of liquor licenses and to allow for public consumption in designated districts in summer 2026

This law allows cities and towns to choose whether to let local bars and restaurants sell alcohol for takeout and permit drinking in public spaces during summer 2026. Participating municipalities can set specific districts where public consumption is allowed, while also enabling businesses to stay open for one extra hour until 3:00 a.m. The rules apply strictly between June 8 and July 31, 2026, and establishments must continue to sell only the types of alcohol they are already licensed to serve.