S293
An Act promoting safety in bars and restaurants
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve safety in bars and restaurants by requiring establishments that serve alcohol to provide lids for patrons’ drinks. The goal is to reduce instances of spills and potential injuries. The legislation focuses on ensuring that drinks are consumed within the establishment, minimizing the risk of accidents when patrons leave with open containers.
Key provisions
- Establishments serving alcohol must provide lids for drinks.
- The bill intends to promote consumption of alcohol on the premises.
- The bill is related to consumer protection and professional licensure.
- The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Who is affected
- Bars
- Restaurants
- Alcohol Servers
- Patrons of bars and restaurants
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
John C. Velis
Cosponsors
John C. Velis
Pavel M. Payano
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Bill S.293 194th (Current)
An Act promoting safety in bars and restaurants
By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 293) of John C. Velis for legislation to require establishments that serve alcohol to be drunk on the premises to have lids available. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: John C. Velis Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.293
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/26/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/07/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 11/19/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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