This bill mandates the liquor commission to create and distribute informational materials regarding alcohol use disorder in state liquor stores. Specifically, it requires the commission to collaborate with the department of health and human services’ division for behavioral health to prepare materials that help identify signs of alcohol use disorder and provide resources for individuals concerned about it. The information must be provided to consumers with each purchase through various means, including printed or electronic receipts, packaging materials, or as separate printed items. Additionally, the bill stipulates that similar information should be displayed in liquor stores in printed or electronic formats.

The bill introduces a new paragraph to RSA 175:4, which outlines these requirements, while no existing legal language is deleted. The fiscal impact of the bill is significant, with estimated expenditures potentially increasing up to $500,000 annually due to the costs associated with producing and distributing the required materials. The liquor commission anticipates that the implementation of these requirements will incur substantial costs, particularly for printing new bags, packaging materials, and updating point-of-sale systems. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 175:4