The House passed and sent to the Senate the “Sober Truth on Preventing (STOP) Underage Drinking Act.” It’s part of a legislative package authorizing over 30 priorities. If signed into law, the STOP Act would be authorized through 2027.
National Beer Wholesalers Association applauded the House passage after supporting passage during its legislative conference in April.
“America’s beer and beverage distributors applaud the passage of the STOP Underage Drinking Act. This proven piece of legislation helps combat underage drinking while affirming the value of the state-based system of alcohol regulation,” said NBWA President/CEO Craig Purser. “The STOP Act recognizes that alcohol is different than other consumer products and is best regulated by the states, consistent with the 21st Amendment. NBWA is grateful to the leadership of Reps. Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA) and Dave Joyce (OH) for their tireless work to see this important legislation reauthorized. We encourage the Senate to pass the STOP Act so it can continue to provide necessary tools to address underage drinking.”