New York State Team
ALBANY - Carry-out alcohol sales became popular during the COVID-19 pandemic as New Yorkers craving mixed drinks were able to still enjoy them with their take-out meals.
Now state leaders face a question: Should it be a permanent law?
With just days left in the legislative session at the state Capitol, restaurants are urging the Legislature to put take-out alcohol from restaurants on the books.
Currently, the sales are allowed through monthly extensions of an executive order by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. The latest one runs through July 4, and it's unclear whether it would be extended thereafter.