Liquor license caps and ownership equity
Prince George's County
Summary
Class A liquor licenses have been frozen since 1996 and small-restaurant licenses capped at 215, and the board doesn't collect demographic data on licensees. Members raised concerns that the cap shuts out minority and women entrepreneurs; an equity license bill is moving in Annapolis.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential new licensees, including minority- and veteran-owned businesses, if caps are lifted.
Existing licensees could face more competition if caps are removed.
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