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  • State lawmakers should avoid raising alcohol taxes to cover budget shortfalls
    As we head into 2021, state finances are in more trouble than usual. Efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic while economic activity took a nosedive have pushed budgets into the…
  • Stricter government alcohol recommendations are not based in good science
    Some in the scientific community are attempting to persuade the public that moderate alcohol consumption will lead to an early grave. And the fearmongering is creeping into official policy. As…
  • Moderate drinking now subject to flip-flop by federal government
    For decades, moderate drinking has been linked to modest health benefits — including a reduced risk of coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke and even all-cause mortality. In fact,…
  • Keep alcohol-to-go option
    Texas leaders recently extended a temporary lifeline to the state’s restaurants. Restrictions that previously barred businesses from offering alcohol alongside take-out and delivery orders were suspended — a welcome…
  • Make temporary take-out rules permanent
    Colorado leaders recently extended a temporary lifeline to the state’s restaurants. Restrictions that previously barred businesses from offering alcohol alongside take-out and delivery orders were suspended—a welcome revenue stream for…
  • Make Dine-Out Alcohol Options at Restaurants Permanent
    To date, nearly 20 states have allowed restaurants to resume dine-in service under social distancing and capacity guidelines. As the economy begins to reopen, states should consider making some of…
  • My Turn: New legislation does not address traffic safety in Hawaii
    Hawaii residents and visitors beware. Legislation is moving through the state government that could land those currently considered responsible consumers in jail. And for what offense? Splitting a bottle of…
  • The RIDE Act’s embrace of inaccurate breathalyzers
    Most Americans are familiar with breathalyzers — devices commonly used by law enforcement to detect the blood-alcohol concentration level (BAC) of a driver. Although major…
  • Fear Over Daily Drink for Women is Overblown
    Is it safe for women to drink alcohol? Last year that question was posed in an Ivy League medical blog attempting to quell growing fears regarding moderate drinking. Fortunately, the…
  • Don’t punish restaurants, bars and consumers for Illinois budget woes
    Gov. JB Pritzker has announced plans for a multi-billion-dollar infrastructure program. While roads and transit systems may need an upgrade, the plan is wrongly funded by a waterfall of backdoor…
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American Beverage Institute

American Beverage Institute

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