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Athol Daily News - Question 3 compromises with big box stores as small businesses face opposition

Massachusetts voters will face a seemingly innocuous question on Nov. 8 to increase the number of liquor licenses any one retailer can hold from nine to 18, prohibit self-checkout for alcohol sales and change the fine system to include all sales,.

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What to know about Question 3, which could expand beer and wine licenses in Mass

Question 3 asks voters if the state should let companies own more alcohol licenses, particularly licenses to sell beer and wine. The measure additionally would let customers present out-of-state licenses as proof of age for alcohol purchases. It also would prevent them from buying alcohol in self-checkout lines.

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Question 3 on November ballot: Should retailers be allowed to hold more alcohol permits?

Question 3 on November ballot: Should retailers be allowed to hold more alcohol permits?
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Athol Daily News - Question 3 on November ballot: Should retailers be allowed to hold more alcohol permits?

Editor’s note: This is the third of four stories explaining the four statewide questions on the Nov. 8 general election ballot. This one, about Question 3, is written by Beacon Hill Roll Call.BOSTON The third question on the November ballot asks.

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Package stores seek compromise in booze battle

BOSTON Package store owners are urging lawmakers to avoid a costly ballot fight by passing legislation to expand beer and wine sales at convenience stores.

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