February 28, 2009 |
 Representative Jon Lundberg
Rep. Jon Lundberg to push Open Container bill that would ban not just drivers but passengers from having “open containers” (alcohol) while driving/
NASHVILLE – Representative Jon Lundberg (R-Bristol) will once again appear before the Local Government Subcommittee to fight for passage of the “Pass the Bottle” legislation, which would ban open containers in vehicles. Currently, no driver may consume an alcoholic beverage or possess an open container of such while operating a motor vehicle, but passengers may consume alcohol. Lundberg says this policy invites drivers to drink as long as there is a passenger to which they can “pass the bottle.” «Read the rest of this article»
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