An act relating to alcoholic beverages and the Board of Liquor and Lottery

H.655 modifies Vermont's alcohol licensing rules. It changes the Board of Liquor and Lottery's term length from three to four years, removes hour restrictions for off-premises alcohol sales (like takeout), and requires special event permits to get local commissioners' approval. The bill also eliminates the requirement for solicitors to pay license fees via certified check and cancels a planned 2026 repeal of rules for "retail establishments" (such as stores selling alcohol alongside other goods). These changes directly affect liquor license holders, event organizers, and the Board members. The bill preserves existing rules for retail establishments while updating administrative processes.