Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 5653: An Act authorizing the town of Athol to grant five (5) additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5653 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on August 10, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing the town of Athol to grant five (5) additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises. It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (August 13, 2026): Senate concurred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Whipps of Athol and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5653) of Susannah M. Whipps and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) that the town of Athol be authorized to grant five additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Independent 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jo Comerford | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampshire, Franklin and Worcester |
| Susannah Whipps | Co-sponsor | Independent | House | 2nd Franklin |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure