Md. Senate votes to outlaw grain alcohol [View all]
Source: Baltimore Sun
Maryland senators voted Wednesday to outlaw sales of the clear, potent booze that's been a staple at college parties.
The move comes after a push from Maryland university presidents who say grain-alcohol, which is 95 percent pure, contributes to a dangerous culture of binge drinking. The 190-proof liquor is sold under several brands and sometimes is marketed as "moonshine," but is often known by the most popular brand name, Everclear.
"This is a small step we can do to improve to safety," said Sen. Richard Madaleno of Montgomery County, a Democrat who sponsored the bill at the request of college presidents. The Senate approved it 37-10, primarily along party lines.
The potential ban now moves to the House of Delegates, which has twice before killed such proposals.
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