The Brief
- 23 Philadelphia bars and restaurants have been approved for the new America 250 Permit, allowing them to stay open until 4:00 a.m. during the FIFA World Cup.
- The extended hours are part of a temporary law for the World Cup and America 250 celebrations, running from Thursday, June 11 to Monday, July 20.
- Thirty-six more establishments have applications pending review.
PHILADELPHIA – 23 bars and restaurants in Philadelphia have been approved to extend their hours until 4:00 a.m. this summer under the America 250 Permit, according to state lawmakers. The temporary permit is part of a new law tied to the FIFA World Cup and the city’s America 250 celebrations.
Philadelphia bars get green light for late-night hours
What we know:
The America 250 Permit allows approved businesses to serve alcohol until 4:00 a.m. between Thursday, June 11 and Monday, July 20, according to state lawmakers. The law amends Pennsylvania’s liquor code, which usually requires bars to stop serving at 2:00 a.m.
Back in March, the bill passed the State Senate last week and the State House by a 176-23 vote, then was signed into law by Gov. Josh Shapiro on Friday, March 27. Businesses had to pay a $500 application fee and apply at least 30 days before the permit took effect.…