Texas Senate Bill SB751

Texas 2021 - 87th Regular

Caption

Relating to notice to state legislators of alcoholic beverage permit and license applications.

Impact

The introduction of SB751 aims to create more communication between local businesses and state legislators. By requiring notifications about permit and license applications, the bill allows lawmakers to stay informed and possibly provide insights based on community feedback. Moreover, this increased involvement may ensure that businesses uphold local standards, and it gives legislators a platform to voice potential concerns that may affect their constituents.

Summary

SB751 focuses on the notification process for state legislators regarding applications for alcoholic beverage permits and licenses. Specifically, the bill mandates that the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) must provide notice to the state senator and representative of the district where the premises is located whenever there is an application for an original or renewal permit or license. This change aims to enhance transparency and involvement of state legislators in the permit and licensing processes, potentially allowing them to address constituent concerns directly related to new establishments serving alcoholic beverages.

Contention

While the intention behind SB751 appears to promote legislative oversight, there may be concern regarding the effectiveness and efficiency of implementing such a notification system. Critics could argue that it may impede the quick processing of applications or overwhelm legislators with notifications they might not have the capacity to address promptly. Additionally, some stakeholders in the alcoholic beverage industry may view this requirement as an unnecessary regulatory burden, potentially complicating the licensing process for new businesses.