✔️ HB387
Authorize Sunday sales without local option election approval
Current Status: In House Committee (Agriculture)
Summary
The bill authorizes municipal corporations and townships in Ohio to permit Sunday sales of intoxicating liquor without requiring local option election approval. It allows local legislative authorities to adopt ordinances or resolutions for such sales, while maintaining the validity of local option elections. The bill specifies conditions under which D-6 permits can be issued for Sunday sales.
Rationale
The bill supports individual freedom by allowing local governments to decide on Sunday liquor sales without state-imposed restrictions, aligning with the Libertarian principles of personal liberty and free markets. However, it does not fully eliminate local government control, which could be seen as a limitation on individual rights.
Risks and Concerns
- Potential for local government overreach in regulating sales
- Inconsistent application of laws across municipalities