PIERRE, S.D. - State senators gave a resounding yes Thursday to allowing discount prices again for alcohol such as wine and beer in South Dakota.
The state House is the next stop for Senate Bill 53.
Gov. Charlie Baker’s office on Wednesday filed new legislation that would expand the arsenal of tools local law enforcement officials have to deal with drivers impaired by marijuana – something that is sorely needed, local police chiefs say, as recreational sale of the drug expands throughout the state.
In a statement, the OBA says since State Question 792 passed, which allows the sale of full-strength, cold beer to be served at grocery, convenience and liquor stores, the number of retailers they serve and beer sales have increased thanks to the new laws.
HONOLULU (KHON2) - Representative Chris Lee is proposing harsher punishments for people convicted with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or who have had their licenses revoked by the Administrative Driver's License Revocation Office for drunk driving.
The measure — which is expected to get final legislative approval Wednesday — is intended to fix a problem with the law that allowed the sale of full-strength beer in grocery and convenience stores starting Jan. 1.
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Beer snobs are raising their mugs to a stronger brew in three states that once forbade grocers from selling anything but low-alcohol brands, and the changes could indirectly chill the industry in two others where such regulations remain.
If you enjoy exploring the many vintages and nuances of wine, pay attention: The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Jan. 16 in a case that could bring the multibillion-dollar wine industry closer to your doorstep.
PIERRE, S.D. - We have an update on a story we first told you about in December. Two lawmakers have filed a bill in Pierre that could save you money at the liquor store.
BISMARCK, N.D. - Legislation filed by Republican and Democratic leaders sets the framework for American Indian tribes in North Dakota to levy alcohol, tobacco and state sales taxes on their reservations and spend it for tribal services.
Sales tax revenues have shifted, but overall collections are relatively unchanged one fiscal quarter after historic changes to Oklahoma's alcohol laws.