Certain alcohol license applications would require good cause for rejection

The liquor authority would approve covered applications unless good cause—a sufficient reason for rejection—is shown. The rule would cover new licenses and transfers to another location under sections 63 and 79. These sections concern certain retailers selling alcohol to drink elsewhere. Good cause shown by the liquor authority would allow rejection. The bill does not define which reasons would qualify. The approval rule would take effect immediately if the bill becomes law.