HB 17-1123

House Bill 17-1123, which has been signed into law, allows local governments in Colorado to extend the hours during which bars and restaurants can serve alcohol. Currently, these establishments are not allowed to sell alcoholic drinks between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m., but with this bill, cities or counties can choose to permit longer operating hours for alcohol sales within their boundaries. This change affects businesses that hold licenses to sell alcohol on-site and could impact local nightlife and public safety regulations. Since the bill is signed, it has become law and local governments now have the authority to make these decisions.

Official Summary

Current law prohibits a person licensed to sell alcohol beverages for on-premises consumption from serving alcohol beverages between the hours of 2 a.m. and 7 a.m. The bill allows a local government to extend the hours during which alcohol beverages may be sold for on-premises consumption at establishments within the local government's jurisdiction. (Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.)

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