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1/21/05-The House Rules Committee rejected a proposal that would prohibit passengers in vehicles from riding with open containers of alcohol.
Under HB1069, violators could be fined $50 to $150.
State law now prohibits drivers from having an open alcoholic beverage, but passengers over 21 are free to drink while in the vehicle.
The bill, offered by Rep. Shirley Borhauer, R-Bella Vista, wouldn’t apply to passengers in taxis, limousines and other “for hire” transportation.
Under HB1069, violators could be fined $50 to $150.
State law now prohibits drivers from having an open alcoholic beverage, but passengers over 21 are free to drink while in the vehicle.
The bill, offered by Rep. Shirley Borhauer, R-Bella Vista, wouldn’t apply to passengers in taxis, limousines and other “for hire” transportation.