Are Dry Counties in Oklahoma History After New Laws Pass?

When voters passed State Question 792 in November 2016, they chose to say goodbye to dry counties in Oklahoma. More laws just passed on June 26, 2018 allowing expanded alcohol sales in previously dry counties. Alcohol laws are changing dramatically statewide as a result. State Question 792 took the first step toward modernization of alcohol laws. It standardized beer regulation across the state, doing away with the low-point distinction. Previously, approximately 14 dry counties did not allow any alcohol sales at bars and restaurants except low-alcohol-content beer at some establishments. The only place to buy alcohol was at liquor stores, and...

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