It is legislative season in Utah, and this year our hard working lawmakers considered 696 bills. And because we live in Utah, the ubiquitous alcohol-related bills were on the docket. HB 76, introduced by Rep. Kraig Powell, R-Heber City, is an attempt to do away with “Zion curtains.” If the bill passes, it would repeal the law the requires some restaurants to mix or pour alc … [Read more...]
Utah Guide to Alcohol Consumption, Legislation and Parenting
Utah's draconian liquor laws have been written to protect Mormons from non-Mormons. Utah’s State Legislature believes those who don’t drink need to be protected from those who do. Members of the Utah State Legislature in control of liquor policy have said that wine-coolers are "a date-rape drug." Further, they have imposed the "Zion Curtain" on new Utah restaurants that serv … [Read more...]