Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 5709: An Act authorizing the town of Ware to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 5709 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on October 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing the town of Ware to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (October 29, 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 Smola of Warren and Senator Durant, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5709) of Todd M. Smola and Peter J. Durant (by vote of the town) that the town of Ware be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Durant | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | Worcester and Hampshire |
| Todd Smola | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 1st Hampden |
“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