The Problem of Binge Drinking

Key Points for Alcohol Policy from Surgeon General’s Report: The Problem of Binge Drinking   By Pamela Erickson   In November 2016, the Surgeon General released a major report entitled, “Facing Addiction in America, the Surgeon General’s Report on Alcohol, Drugs and Health.” It is a major work on the issue of substance misuse that […]

Mississippi: Bill: Wine delivered straight to your front door

Mississippi: Bill: Wine delivered straight to your front door Source: The Clarion-Ledger Jan. 18, 2017 Mississippi residents could be able to stay in their home and get their favorite wine shipped directly to them if legislation passes. House Bill 545, filed by Rep. Charles Busby, R-Pascagoula, would allow wine to be sold and shipped directly […]

Massachusetts: Massachusetts Treasurer sets sights on alcohol reforms

Massachusetts: Massachusetts Treasurer sets sights on alcohol reforms Source: 22 WWLP Andy Metzger January 19, 2017 Charged under a new ballot law with assembling a marijuana regulatory body, the state’s treasurer has also turned her attention to a more established intoxicant, forming a task force to review the state’s liquor rules. Treasurer Deb Goldberg on […]