News and articles on alcohol-related legislative measures and political issue for the on-premise industry.
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Michigan to Enact Smoking Ban May 1 April 28, 2010
Last summer, we reported on two Michigan bars voluntarily going smoke-free inside of their venues. Now, a smoking ban will become a state law for all May 1.More>>
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WSWA President Urges Congress to Ignore the Hyperbole and Misinformation, Support States’ Rights and Curb Deregulation of Alcohol by Litigation April 27, 2010
Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America President Craig Wolf urged Congress to support “The Comprehensive Alcohol Regulatory Effectiveness Act” (CARE Act).More>>
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Distilled Spirits Council Urges Government Support for Standard Drink Information on Alcohol Labels April 22, 2010
The Distilled Spirits Council urged the Obama Administration to passnew alcohol labeling requirements to include basic dietary information on the labels of all beverage alcohol products.More>>
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Support for Three-tier System April 21, 2010
The introduction of the CARE Act was lauded by beer, wine and spirits wholesalers. The bill clarifies the validity of the state’s rights in regulating alcohol sale and distribution.More>>
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WSWA Applauds Ninth Circuit Decision Upholding States’ Rights and the Three-Tier System April 16, 2010
WSWA applauded the decision by Arizona's Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals to uphold a law that allows wineries that to ship directly to consumers and retailers.More>>
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WSWA President Craig Wolf Addresses Crowd at Annual Convention April 8, 2010
Craig Wolf, President and CEO of WSWA is the voice of the wholesale industry, advocating for wholesalers’ interests with state and federal elected officials, the media, regulators and the law enforcement community.More>>
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Two States Fight for Early Sunday Sales April 7, 2010
Massachusetts lawmakers are proposing Sunday alcohol sales begin at 10 a.m. Arizona legislators changed the Sunday sale time from 10 a.m. to 6 a.m., but Gov. Jan Brewer killed the proposed bill.More>>
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Maker's Mark Wins Trademark Infrigement Litigation Against Cuervo April 6, 2010
Maker’s Mark has won a judgment confirming that its famous free-form red wax seal coating is a well-known and valid trademark against Jose Cuervo International.More>>
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Health Care's Effect on Nightlife April 1, 2010
Nightlife workers are waiting to see how health care reform will affect their lives. Nightclub & Bar spoke with Innovative Risk Solutions President Sean Gormley for his take on the law.More>>
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America’s Beer Distributors Recognize National Alcohol Awareness Month March 31, 2010
Throughout April, the National Beer Wholesalers Association will recognize Alcohol Awareness Month to raise awareness about the problem of alcohol abuse and promote responsibility.More>>
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