Joint Statement from Business Council of New York, New York State Latino Restaurant, Bar & Lounge Association, New York City Hospitality Alliance, and New York State Restaurant Association on Findings from The Commission to Study Reform of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law

By Joint Statement | May 10, 2023


This week’s release of the report from the Commission to Study Reform of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law is a critical step in modernizing New York’s liquor laws. New York’s current liquor laws are some of the most restrictive in the nation and have resulted in an anti-competitive and overly bureaucratic market that hampers economic growth and poses unnecessary burdens on its alcohol and hospitality industries. 

We thank Governor Hochul and the State Legislature for bringing together a diverse group of industry experts to identify policy solutions that will benefit New York. Out of the 28 policies considered, 18 received a “yes” vote from a majority of commission members. We urge the State Legislature to advance these 18 common-sense recommendations through the legislative process this year and continue to look at additional issues that will support different industry stakeholders and help spur economic development in New York State.