New California law requires bars to provide drink lids
This legislation builds on a previous law, Assembly Bill 1013, which mandated prominent signage informing patrons about the availability of drug-testing kits.
The new bill, which recently came into effect, also requires venues to display signs stating, 'Don't get roofied! drink spiking drug test kits available here. Ask a staff member for details.'
Bar owners have expressed minimal concern over the new rule, with the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control set to enforce it through routine visits, initially focusing on education.
The bill passed unanimously in both the Assembly and Senate, receiving support from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups and alcohol safety organizations.
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