Happy hour ban becomes law in Illinois with governor sign
The Illinois Legislature passed a statewide ban on happy hour promotions in hotels, motels, restaurants and bars after Orland Park Mayor Fred Owens proposed the idea. Senator William Mahar and Rep. Jane Barnes praised the compromise aiming to curb alcohol abuse while keeping business fairness, with support from trade groups.
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Illinois bans happy hour promotions under new liquor law
Springfield Gov James R Thompson signed a measure banning happy hour style promos at hotels motels bars and restaurants taking effect Thursday Rep Jane Barnes and Sen William Mahar outlined what is banned and what is not banned violations are Class B misdemeanors with up to 500 dollar fines and potential liquor license suspension on repeat offenses.
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Statewide DUI law backed by officials and press
The measure gained support from the U.S. Surgeon General, Secretary of State Jim Edgar, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists, and Chicago papers. It completes Edgar’s 1984 DUI Task Force recommendations. Bar promotions like two for one drinks were common 4 to 8 p.m. to capture traffic accidents peak periods, though some venues offered other hours to fit eight hour shifts.
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