SENATE BILL REPORT

 

 

                                    SB 5207

 

 

BYSenator Metcalf

 

 

Requiring warnings on beer and wine advertising.

 

 

Senate Committee on Commerce & Labor

 

      Senate Hearing Date(s):March 5, 1987

 

      Senate Staff:Patrick Woods (786-7434)

 

 

                              AS OF MARCH 2, 1987

 

BACKGROUND:

 

At the present time, beer and wine advertisements are not required to carry a health warning.

 

SUMMARY:

 

All beer and wine advertisements are required to carry a warning that excessive beer and wine consumption may be hazardous to life and safety.

 

Fiscal Note:      none requested