TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — The Kansas House has approved a measure that would allow alcohol at state events at the Capitol and adjusts a number of liquor permit processes.
The chamber voted 90-30 Friday to approve the bill, which also would allow patrons of art galleries to bring their own bottles of wine to painting sessions. Alcoholic beverages could also be consumed at farmers markets, state fairs and catered events on public property.
It also would allow alcohol distributors to provide samples and let vineyards sell wine on their property.
Republican Rep. Joseph Scapa of Wichita said he opposed the bill because he believed some of its provisions could lead to an increase in underage drinking.
The Senate approved the bill Thursday and it now goes to the governor.