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A number of liquor law reforms are being proposed and supported by members of the only organization representing local liquor stores in our state. The Retail Liquor Association of Oklahoma has proposed some extensive changes such as liquor stores being able to refrigerate “strong” beer and a limited number of grocery stores, as a matter of convenience, have wine available for purchase.

Republican State Senator Stephanie Bice, representing parts of Oklahoma and Canadian counties, proposed such action during the 2015 legislative session. Oklahoma lawmakers are set to approve a constitutional amendment in 2016 that would follow through on the Bice-authored Senate Bill 383. Voter approval would be required for any changes to Oklahoma's liquor laws since the laws are a part of the state constitution. If voters give their approval, the changes could take effect as early as January 1, 2017 and could be implemented in phases, rather than all at once.  To read Senate Bill 383, visit http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=SB383