Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 5656: An Act relative to a liquor license in the town of Avon
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5656 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on August 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to a liquor license in the town of Avon. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (October 13, 2026): Accompanied a new draft, see H5692.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Galvin of Canton and Senator Brady, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5656) of William C. Galvin (by vote of the town) that the town of Avon be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Galvin | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th Norfolk |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a new draft, see H5692
- Hearing scheduled for 09/30/2026 from 09:00 AM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure