Allows for the issuance of a Class BV liquor license for the property located at 819 Westminster Street in the city of Providence.

Plain-English Summary

This bill would allow a specific property at 819 Westminster Street in Providence, Rhode Island to receive a Class BV liquor license. A Class BV license is a type of retail alcohol license in Rhode Island that permits the sale of beverages — typically associated with establishments like bars, restaurants, or similar venues. This kind of location-specific legislation is sometimes necessary when a property has unique circumstances that require direct approval from the state legislature rather than going through the standard local licensing process.

The bill primarily affects the owner or operator of the business at 819 Westminster Street, who would gain the legal ability to sell alcoholic beverages at that location if the bill passes. It could also affect nearby residents and businesses in the surrounding Providence neighborhood, as well as local customers who might patronize the establishment. The City of Providence and its existing licensing framework are also involved, since state action is being taken to authorize a license for this particular address.

The bill was introduced in the Rhode Island Senate and referred to the Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs Committee. A scheduled hearing in early April 2026 was postponed, and the bill has since been rescheduled for further consideration. As of now, no final vote has been taken, so the license has not yet been officially granted.