DENVER — A Colorado bill that would permit supermarkets to sell full-strength beer, wine and hard liquor if they purchase two liquor stores within 1,000 feet was backed by the House Business Affairs and Labor Committee on a 6-5 vote April 7, according to reports. The bill is headed to the House Finance Committee.
Stores with at least 51% of revenue from food sales would be eligible. They’d have to establish a separate entrance and only allow clerks 21 or older to sell alcohol.
Critics of the measure argue that it could put an estimated 1,600 liquor stores — the number not within 1,000 feet, out of business, according to reports. Proponents say it would provide a voluntary process for liquor store owners who choose to sell their business to do so for a fair price.
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