Scarnati Backing Alternative Plan to
Privatizing State Liquor Stores

While the state House debate on privatizing liquor and wine sales has stalled, Senate President Pro Tem Joe Scarnati is backing an alternative plan.

The bill would create a special wine and liquor license to increase the number of retailers selling wine and spirits.

It would also allow beer distributors to get an additional license authorizing them to sell six-packs or single bottles of beer. They now may sell only cases and kegs.

The "proposal represents a significant step towards enhanced consumer choice and convenience, and I am looking forward to working with him on this proposal in the fall," Scarnati said.

The House spent three hours debating Majority Leader Mike Turzai's privatization bill Monday night.

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