HB860

Alcoholic beverages; require holder of on-premises retailer's permit to have blood alcohol content testing device available.

Failed·2/3/26
In Text

Mississippi HB860 requires on-premises alcohol retailers to have a blood alcohol content testing device available for patrons.

Mississippi HB860 mandates that holders of on-premises retailer's permits for alcohol sales must have at least one breath analysis device available for patrons to test their blood alcohol content upon request. The bill also stipulates that the retailer is not liable for any negative, false, or incorrect readings from the testing device. This act is set to take effect from July 1, 2026.

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History

Feb 3

House

Died In Committee

Jan 16

House

Referred To Judiciary A