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Rep. Vaupel: Pregnancy and alcohol do not mix
RELEASE|February 26, 2019

House committee approves lawmaker’s informative safety measure

 

The House Regulatory Reform Committee today approved a plan authored by state Rep. Hank Vaupel, of Fowlerville, better informing the public of the effects of alcohol consumption during pregnancy.

Under Vaupel’s plan, bars, restaurants and liquor stores must include the following language as an addition on currently required signage mandated by law: “Pregnancy and alcohol do not mix. Drinking alcoholic beverages of any type during pregnancy can cause birth defects”.

“This extra effort will lead to greater public awareness about this very serious health issue,” said Vaupel, who chairs the House Health Policy Committee. “Additional public education will help ensure the safety of expecting mothers and their children.”

Liquor stores and other businesses selling alcohol must post the warning sign in a prominent place within their establishments. Bars and restaurants with seating could meet the requirement by having the notice on their menus. The Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs will be responsible for developing and furnishing the signs, meaning businesses will face no extra costs when implementing the new plan.

House Bill 4112 now advances to the House Ways and Means Committee for further consideration.

Photo Information: State Rep. Hank Vaupel provides testimony on House Bill 4112 before the House Regulatory Reform Committee on Feb. 19. The bill calls for additional public education about the dangers of mixing pregnancy and alcohol.

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