Pennsylvania House approves liquor privatization bill, moves to Senate
After seven hours of debate Wednesday, the House voted 105-90 to approve the measure, which calls for gradually selling off licenses to the private sector. Beer retailers would have the first shot at grabbing a license, then others in the private sector, including supermarkets and big-box stores, would be able to enter the liquor arena. State Stores would be phased out over time, and may be even allowed to remain open in certain counties.
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