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Frederick delegation approves support letter for background‑check bill, limits alcohol tasting to a standard drink; county transportation priorities presented
Summary
The Frederick County delegation voted to send a letter backing Delegate Simpson’s background‑check bill and approved revisions that cap tasting to a single standard drink and push detailed limits to the county liquor board; the county executive presented the annual transportation priority (CTP) letter but no vote was taken on that item.
The Frederick County delegation voted Friday to send a letter of support for Delegate Simpson’s bill (HB492) and approved revised language on beer‑and‑wine consumption permits that caps tastings at a single standard drink and delegates measurement details to the county liquor board.
Chair Delegate Pippy said the packet included a supporting letter from the sheriff’s office for HB492, a proposal described as adjusting certain background‑check procedures; the delegation approved sending a letter of support by voice vote. “Delegate Simpson will get that letter to the committee,” Pippy said after the…
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