Kansas 2023-2024 Regular Session

Kansas Senate Bill SB269

Introduced
2/20/23  
Refer
2/21/23  

Caption

Exempting charitable raffle prizes of alcoholic liquor and cereal malt beverages from the Kansas liquor control act, the club and drinking establishment act and the Kansas cereal malt beverage act.

Impact

The implementation of SB269 could lead to a significant shift in how charities conduct raffles involving alcoholic beverages. By exempting these prizes from stringent liquor control laws, charities may have increased opportunities to attract donors, as the allure of alcohol as a raffle prize can be a significant incentive. This change might also promote engagement in fundraising events, ultimately benefiting community projects and local causes funded by these organizations. However, it raises questions about potential regulatory issues that could arise from allowing such prizes without the usual oversight.

Summary

SB269 proposes to exempt charitable raffle prizes of alcoholic liquor and cereal malt beverages from the various regulatory frameworks established by the Kansas liquor control act, the club and drinking establishment act, and the Kansas cereal malt beverage act. The bill aims to facilitate charitable organizations by easing restrictions on the prizes that can be offered in raffles, which may encourage more participation and fundraising efforts. This legislative change is seen as a way to support local charities while aligning regulations with the practicalities of fundraising activities.

Contention

While proponents of SB269 argue that it will bolster charitable fundraising efforts and aid local organizations, there may be concerns from regulatory bodies about the implications of relaxing alcohol-related restrictions. Critics could argue that the exemptions might lead to irresponsible use of alcohol in fundraising events or increased competition with local businesses that are subject to stricter regulations. Furthermore, debates may arise regarding the appropriate measures needed to oversee these activities to ensure public safety while promoting charitable initiatives.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

KS SB56

Authorizing home delivery of alcoholic liquor and cereal malt beverage by licensed retailers, drinking establishments and third-party delivery services.

KS HB2376

Transferring the licensure of on-premise cereal malt beverage retailers and off-premise cereal malt beverage retailers from cities and counties to the alcoholic beverage control division of the department of revenue; allowing continued local licensure by cities or counties.

KS HB1542

In licenses and regulations and liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees.

KS HB1483

In licenses and regulations and liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees.

KS SB960

In licenses and regulations and liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for authority to issue liquor licenses to hotels, restaurants and clubs, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for sale of malt or brewed beverages by liquor licensees, for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees and for premises to be vacated by patrons.

KS HB932

In licenses and regulations and liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for monthly shipment of malt or brewed beverages.

KS SB15

Authorizing the director of alcoholic beverage control to issue licenses for the sale of alcoholic liquor to persons convicted of a felony if such conviction is more than 10 years old.

KS HB2714

Providing for a decreased gallonage tax on beer and cereal malt beverages that are produced and packaged within the United States.

KS HB1455

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in licenses and regulations relating to liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for applications for hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses, for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses, for license fees, for sale of malt or brewed beverages by liquor licensees and for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses.

KS HB2466

In licenses and regulations and liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, providing for event permits and further providing for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.