The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board waived licensing fees for bars and restaurants on Wednesday, less than a week after the governor suggested the move as a short-term remedy for the industry hardest hit by his pandemic restrictions.

The 2-1 decision saves licensed establishments $27.7 million, according to the PLCB.

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