7/3/07-A bill died that would have banned consumption and possession of open containers of alcohol in vehicles traveling highways in the state.
State law now bars drivers from having an open container of alcohol, but passengers 21 years of age or older are not.
The Senate failed to take up the bill – HB20 – before the session ended July 1. House lawmakers previously approved the bill by a 28-13 margin.
Exceptions to the rule were included for passengers in RVs, fifth-wheel trailers, buses, limousines and taxis.
Violators would have faced $50 fines. Offenders would not have had points added to their licenses.

6/27/07-The House voted 28-13 to approve a bill that would ban consumption and possession of open containers of alcohol in vehicles traveling highways in the state. Exceptions are included for passengers in RVs, fifth-wheel trailers, buses, limousines and taxis.
Under Delaware law, drivers are barred from having an open container of alcohol, but passengers 21 years of age or older are not.
HB20 will move to the Senate for consideration.
For bill status, call (302) 744-4114. In Delaware, call 1-800-282-8545.

4/3/07-The House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee approved a bill that would toughen the state's open container law. It now heads to the House floor for further consideration.
Under Delaware law, drivers are barred from having an open container of alcohol, but passengers 21 years of age or older are not.
HB20 would ban consumption and possession of open containers of alcohol in vehicles traveling highways in the state. Exceptions are included for passengers in RVs, fifth-wheel trailers, buses, limousines and taxis.
For bill status, call (302) 744-4114. In Delaware, call 1-800-282-8545.