A 10339 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to outdoor alcohol service for certain special events

This bill authorizes New York's Liquor Authority to permit outdoor alcohol service for specific special events during June and July 2026. It directly affects licensed alcohol businesses (like bars and restaurants with on-premises permits) and local governments seeking to approve such events in designated areas. Key provisions include allowing enclosed outdoor service areas with flexible barrier rules, requiring joint licensee responsibility for enforcement issues, mandating safety resources like law enforcement patrols, and setting requirements for shared service areas on public civic campuses. The bill also specifies that participating licensees must submit joint operating plans detailing underage prevention, staff ratios, and container safety measures.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Last action Feb 24, 2026