Research

Scope and Content Note

This series consists of press releases issued by the commission to publicize its activities and gain public support for its findings, recommendations, and legislative proposals.

Most of the press releases summarized the commission's findings and proposals concerning such issues as: elimination of price fixing of retail liquor prices by distillers; creation of tavern type liquor licenses for bars and grills with no requirement for serving food; and permitting open competition in the number, location, and type of liquor stores.

A few other press releases are also included: announcements of public hearings and interviews held by the commission; and transcripts of opening statements made by the commission chair at public hearings.

In addition, there are a few memorandums to the Legislative Committee to Study the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law analyzing legislative proposals.