NASHVILLE — An effort to reduce opposition to supermarket wine sales has so far failed to change the minds of the liquor store owners who stand to lose the most out of the proposal.
Under the bill taking shape before the Legislature convenes next week, local referendums would determine if wine could be sold alongside beer in grocery and convenience stores.
In exchange, sponsors say liquor stores could branch out to sell items, like beer, mixers, ice and snacks. The measure could also end the current law that allows owners to operate only one liquor store in the state.
Rep. Jon Lundberg of Bristol, a main sponsor of the bill, said he expects improved prospects for the measure because of a growing number of like-minded Republicans in the Legislature.
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