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Bill to codify 'schoolhouse' definition stalls after debate over scope and economic effects
Summary
Representative Mayberry's bill to define "schoolhouse" for liquor permit proximity drew concern that its "including without limitation" phrasing could unintentionally cover daycare and other community uses; the committee failed to advance the bill after a roll call (recorded as 3-1-3).
Representative Mayberry said House Bill 1385 codifies an attorney-general opinion and court precedent to define "schoolhouse" and to clarify where liquor-store permits may not be located. The sponsor said the intent is to protect children and to clarify ambiguities that have arisen in ABC enforcement and litigation.
Committee members raised…
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