What is A1700?
A1700 is a bill currently before the New Jersey legislature. You may read the full text here.
What does A1700 do?
The bill creates two new classes of local liquor permits for restaurants: R-1 for wine, beer, and spirits; and R-2 just for beer and wine. No bar service is permitted, and alcohol is only served at the table with the meal.
R-1 and R-2 local liquor permits are not transferable or sale-able, and are renewed annually.
The Fiscal Impact of A1700
According to the Office of Legislative Services, enactment of A1700 will generate anywhere from $30-$130M annually in new state and local tax revenues.
Compensation Mechanism for Existing License Owners
A1700 is the only liquor law reform bill introduced in the legislature that calls for a compensation process for existing license owners.
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What New Jersey Neighborhood Restaurant Owners
Are Saying About This Important Legislation
“This is a reasonable bill that helps us maintain our clientele without hurting those who have invested in the bar business.”
Mario Mangone
Owner of Chamber's Walk
Lawrenceville, NJ
“This legislation would really boost urban neighborhoods to come alive with more street activity for restaurants and bars.”
Eva Johannesdottir
Co-Owner of The Cliff
Jersey City, NJ
“The Burzichelli legislation to allow service at the table is critically important for Spring Lake to become a year round destination.”
John Paulus
Owner of Larimar Restaurant
Spring Lake, NJ