Pennsylvania Enters the Modern Age
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The House of Representatives has passed a bill that would privatize the sale of wine and hard liquor in Pennsylvania.
After seven hours of debate Wednesday, the House voted 105-90 to approve the measure, which calls for gradually selling off licenses to the private sector. Beer retailers would have the first shot at grabbing a license, then others in the private sector, including supermarkets and big-box stores, would be able to enter the liquor arena. State Stores would be phased out over time, and may be even allowed to remain open in certain counties.
There is a also a bill that would OK the sale of “horseless carriages” to consumers. The buggy whip industry is furious.
Read more at philly.com.
