The Missouri House Approved Alcohol at Airport Gates
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The Missouri House Approved Alcohol at Airport Gates

Date: February 23, 2017
By: Jack Morrisroe
State Capitol Bureau
Links: HB 115

Intro: 
Lambert International fliers would be allowed to drink at the gates under a House-approved measure.
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Wrap: St. Louis County Representative Bob Burns said security and bartenders would keep fliers from drinking too much.

Actuality:  BURNS5.WAV
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Description: So, I think it's a very good bill, I think it's an economic development bill, I think it's a good common sense bill.

Opponents said the measure would lead to more unruly passengers.

Fliers would not be allowed to bring their alcoholic drinks onto the plane, and the bill would only apply to international airports.

The measure passed with one-hundred thirty-eight votes yes and eighteen no.

Reporting from the state Capitol, I'm Jack Morrisroe.

Intro: 
The Missouri House approved drinking at the gates in Lambert Airport.
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Wrap: The measure would allow drinks from bars and restaurants to be finished elsewhere in international airports. The drinks would not be allowed on the plane.

Opponents said loosening liqor laws would lead to more drunk fliers.

Supporters said airport security and bartenders would keep passengers from drinking too much.

Only eighteen representatives voted no on the measure.

Reporting from the state Capitol, I'm Jack Morrisroe.