MarylandSB 04142026 Regular SessionSenate

Anne Arundel County - Alcoholic Beverages - Consumption-Only Nonprofit Swim Club License

Sponsored By: Pamela Beidle (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Anne Arundel swim club alcohol license

Beginning July 1, 2026, Anne Arundel County can issue a new license to nonprofit swim clubs. With this license, club members and their guests may bring beer, wine, and liquor to the club to drink there. The rule applies only on the licensed club property in Anne Arundel County.

Annual fees for swim club license

Beginning July 1, 2026, the license costs $100 per year. Each extra approved day costs $50, up to 3 extra days per year. The most a club pays in one year is $250.

Rules for club drinking days and hours

Beginning July 1, 2026, alcohol use is limited to a marked area at the club and only during named events. By default, clubs may allow alcohol on up to 5 days each year. The county board can approve more days. Clubs must tell the board at least 10 days before an event with alcohol. At events, drinking is allowed only from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Pamela Beidle
Democratic • Senate

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 173 • No: 1

House vote • 4/10/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 131 • No: 1 • Other: 6

Senate vote • 3/5/2026