The longstanding ban in Texas of selling liquor in stores on Sundays may finally be coming to an end.
Two state representatives, State Sen. Kelly Hancock of Fort Worth and Rep. Justin Holland, of Rockwall, have each filed separate bills to allow stores to sell ready-to-drink cocktails seven days a week.
As it stands, the law dictates, ready-to-drink cocktails made with vodka, tequila and other spirits are sold in liquor stores, which must close on Sundays.
Grocery and convenience stores are permitted to sell only beer and wine on Sundays.
Per the Dallas Morning News, Hancock said in a statement from the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, "As industries innovate and new products become staples in the marketplace, it only makes sense for us to take a look at ways government can reduce regulatory red tape."
Texas has restricted liquor sales on Sundays since 1935 when the Texas Liquor Control Act was passed in response to the repeal of Prohibition; subsequent bills to allow liquor stores to open on Sundays have failed in the past.
Chris Swonger, president and CEO of the Distilled Spirits Council, said in a statement, "States all across the U.S. are taking a look at beverage laws to ensure consumers of these products are being treated fairly, and Texas consumers should not get left behind.
"Legislative leaders in Texas should not be picking winners and losers in the marketplace."
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