liquor licenses; issuance; prohibition

HB 4090 amends Arizona's liquor licensing law to clarify requirements for issuing and transferring spirituous liquor licenses. It creates a rebuttable presumption that public convenience and community interest were established when an existing licensed location applies for a new license (unless challenged with evidence), and requires businesses to notify the state liquor director within 30 business days of any ownership or control change. The bill mandates a preinvestigation to verify qualifications for ownership transfers and allows local governments (cities, towns, or counties) to review applications and provide recommendations within 60 days. This affects bars, liquor stores, and other businesses holding spirituous liquor licenses, as well as local governments overseeing license applications.