The proposed statute, he said, would create more paperwork without providing law enforcement officials with information that they can already easily attain. This legislation really isn't needed. Verveer added that with only four weeks left in the current legislative session, the bill has little chance of passing this year. Ritch Williams, a representative from Senator Cullen's office, said that while the bill will not stop underage drinking completely, it will raise the accountability of those persons who provide alcohol to minors. It will also make alcohol more difficult and expensive for underage drinkers to get a hold of, he added.
Cans are a little bit more expensive, and much less easy to deal with on a large scale.
Williams added that keg registration already exists in 12 other states, including the Dakotas, Maine, Maryland and California. Williams said the senator hopes to introduce the bill and generate some discussion on the issue before the current legislative session ends. All rights reserved. Do not duplicate or redistribute in any form.