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Legislative
Restaurant Group to Sen. Schumer: Alcohol Detectors Don’t Belong in All Cars
July 8, 2010
Today the American Beverage Institute criticized Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY) for driving a movement to mandate alcohol detection devices in all cars.
Industry Issues: Understanding the CARE Act
Article By: Alissa Ponchione - June 30, 2010
The CARE Act is a controversial issue for wholesalers, who want to reinforce the 21st Amendment and alcohol supplier trade associations, who denounce the Act.
Global Alcohol Police
Article By: Sarah Longwell - June 28, 2010
The World Health Organization (WHO) has set its sights on your pint glass, deciding that alcohol is a critical global medical issue, and that combating alcohol abuse requires harsh new restrictions on even the most moderate of drinkers.
Kentucky Distillers Warn Congress H.R. 5034 Could Destroy Bourbon Industry
May 24, 2010
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association is urging strong opposition to wholesaler-crafted legislation that would significantly damage Kentucky’s signature Bourbon industry.
At Issue: Ignition Interlock: Good News, Bad News
Article By: Nightclub and Bar - May 17, 2010
Three states recently rejected legislation requiring ignition interlocks for first-time, low-BAC drunk driving offenders: Maryland, Kentucky and Iowa.
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).
Support for Three-tier System
Article By: Nightclub and Bar - 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.
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.
Privatization for Four Control States?
Article By: Donna Hood Crecca - February 22, 2010
Washington, Virginia, North Carolina and Mississippi are each assessing plans to reform their alcohol regulatory systems, and privatization is among the options on the table.
Corzine Signs New Jersey Liquor Tasting Bill
January 19, 2010
In one of his final gubernatorial acts, Governor Jon Corzine signed legislation last night allowing New Jerseyans the chance to sample distilled spirits at liquor stores.
