The sign will be displayed in a conspicuous place. Failure to post the sign is an infraction. No impact on state funds. Supporters say that this bill could inform pregnant women about the harmful effects of alcohol on a fetus and in children. Many of the adverse effects do not appear until the child has reached the teen years or early twenties.
Many states have rules requiring that warning signs be conspicuously posted.
The signs make an important point but do not impede commerce. The cost of providing medical care to just one infant afflicted with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome would make this legislation cost effective. There was no opposition voiced to the committee. This bill requires any person licensed by the Division of Liquor Control to sell or serve alcoholic beverages at an establishment to post a warning sign stating that alcohol consumption during pregnancy can cause birth defects. The sign will be displayed in a conspicuous place.