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Subcommittee debate centers on dram shop changes in S.244 as mayors and businesses flag insurance impact
Summary
The Judiciary Subcommittee studied dram-shop and liquor-liability changes in Senate Bill 244, including a shift to a "visible intoxication" standard and new server-training requirements.
The Senate Judiciary Subcommittee heard detailed testimony on dram-shop and liquor-liability proposals included in Senate Bill 244.
Sharon, the committee presenter, described the bill as proposing to "codify dram shop law" and require training for people who serve alcohol. Several witnesses said that a clearer statutory standard for when an establishment or server is liable could reduce insurer uncertainty and encourage more companies to offer coverage.
Mayor Rickman of Columbia told senators his city is losing restaurants to other metro areas and that some…
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