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Section one of Chapter 63A of the General Laws is hereby amended by inserting in line 9 after the words “veterans organizations” the following phrase:— “or other fraternal organization”. Chapter 63A of the General Laws is hereby further amended by inserting the following section:— Section 6. Section 2 shall not apply to sales of alcoholic beverages made to members of the organization and their guests if such beverages are served in a lounge or similar area which is reserved for the exclusive use of such members and guests and which is not otherwise available for use or hire by the general public. Said section 2 shall also not be effective when sales of alcoholic beverages are made at special events, gatherings, dinners and ceremonies of the organization if such sales are made in a lounge or similar area that is ordinarily available for use or hire by the general public; provided that the only attendees are members and their duly qualified guests.
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