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Gansler vs. 'Alcopops' Bill
Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler (D) is fighting legislation pending in the House of Delegates that would classify "alcopops," popular among young drinkers, as beer for sales distribution and tax purposes.
He and others involved in the Maryland Partnership Against Alcopops yesterday criticized the bill to reclassify the sugary drinks, which the industry calls "flavored beer."
The drinks contain distilled spirits, and their sale is limited to liquor stores. They are taxed at a higher rate than beer. But a legislative push by the liquor industry has succeeded in a majority of states reclassifying the beverage as beer, which can be sold in convenience stores.
After a floor debate, the Senate passed a bill this month to reclassify the drinks.
-- Lisa Rein
