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MarylandHB 07542026 Regular SessionHouse

Wicomico County - Alcoholic Beverages - Class B (Golf Course) License - Hours of Sale

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Signed by Governor

Alcoholic Beverages - Local BillsAlcoholic Beverages DistributionAlcoholic Beverages LicensesAlcoholic Beverages - By SubdivisionSports and RecreationTimeWicomico County

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.

$2,200 yearly fee for Wicomico golf license

The Class B golf course alcohol license costs $2,200 per year. Businesses must pay this fee each year to hold the license. The fee applies starting July 1, 2026.

New alcohol license for Wicomico golf courses

The law creates a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license for golf courses in Wicomico County. To qualify, the course must be open to the public, run for profit, own land in the county, and have at least 18 holes. Licensees may sell drinks on the course and in buildings, including the clubhouse. Patrons do not have to be seated to be served. Sales are allowed Monday through Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. the next day, and Sunday 7:00 a.m. to midnight. These rules start July 1, 2026.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsors

There is no primary sponsor on record.

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 171 • No: 0

Senate vote • 4/6/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 46 • No: 0

House vote • 3/21/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 125 • No: 0 • Other: 8

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 820

    5/26/2026

  2. Returned Passed

    4/7/2026House

  3. Third Reading Passed (46-0)

    4/6/2026Senate

  4. Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed

    3/31/2026Senate

  5. Favorable Report by Finance

    3/30/2026Senate

  6. Referred Finance

    3/23/2026Senate

  7. Third Reading Passed (125-0)

    3/21/2026House

  8. Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed

    3/20/2026House

  9. Favorable Report by Government, Labor, and Elections

    3/20/2026House

  10. Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m.

    2/13/2026House

  11. First Reading Government, Labor, and Elections

    2/4/2026House

Bill Text

  • Enacted

    5/26/2026

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    3/20/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    2/4/2026

    PDF

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