Post by Logan on Feb 18, 2016 1:38:46 GMT -6
Churches and schools would no longer be an impediment to some stores that want to sell alcoholic beverages, under the terms of legislation given preliminary House approval Wednesday.
Current law prohibits such sales within 300 feet of either institution, a restriction that has been in state statutes for decades.
There are some exceptions, albeit usually for on-site consumption. For example, hotels and motels where food is served can also serve alcohol within that zone. The same is true for restaurants, special events and even for nonprofit performing arts theaters, though only to sell beer and wine.
Mike Williams, lobbyist for Circle K Corp., said a broader exemption is needed because the law makes it difficult for his client’s efforts to locate new stores because of the practice of new congregations opening in shopping malls.
Read more: tucson.com/news/local/house-oks-removing--foot-restriction-on-alcohol-sales/article_0d7d246d-e635-532f-bd8d-f1fe8305f76c.html
Current law prohibits such sales within 300 feet of either institution, a restriction that has been in state statutes for decades.
There are some exceptions, albeit usually for on-site consumption. For example, hotels and motels where food is served can also serve alcohol within that zone. The same is true for restaurants, special events and even for nonprofit performing arts theaters, though only to sell beer and wine.
Mike Williams, lobbyist for Circle K Corp., said a broader exemption is needed because the law makes it difficult for his client’s efforts to locate new stores because of the practice of new congregations opening in shopping malls.
Read more: tucson.com/news/local/house-oks-removing--foot-restriction-on-alcohol-sales/article_0d7d246d-e635-532f-bd8d-f1fe8305f76c.html