Not Smart
The Tennessee Legislature is pushing a bill that could ban cold beer sales in convenience stores and groceries. The reasoning behind the bill is to cut down on DUIs across the state, but I'm doubtful it will be effective. Most people I know (including me, unfortunately), get hammered at bars, restaurants and other places that serve alcohol (speaking of that, the bill also has provisions that hold bars and restaurants accountable if they "overserve" customers). Besides, if cold beer sales at stores are banned, my guess is that it will drive people to liquor stores for much harder stuff that doesn't need to be chilled. As a consequence, this bill will likely hurt small brewers who rely on sales to grocery and convenience stores for most of their revenue while making highways less safe. While having empathy for one of the legislators who was injured by a drunk driver, this bill is idiotic and an example of the GOP's feckless leadership. The people of Tennessee deserve better.
Article: https://pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/politics/cold-beer-ban