BILL CRACKING DOWN ON “CHEATER PINTS” ENACTED

“If you pay for a pint, you should get a pint”

AUGUSTA – A measure that will standardize the amount of beer sold as a “pint” was enacted in the Maine Senate today.

Sen. John Patrick of Rumford

“When we purchase a pint of milk or a gallon of gas, we know that we will actually get the full measure of the product we are paying for. Unfortunately, that is not the case when it comes to beer,” said Democratic State Senator John Patrick of Rumford, the sponsor of the measure.  “Maine people should know they’re getting what they pay for–and not an ounce less. If you pay for a pint, then you should get 16 ounces of beer–not a cheater pint.”

The bill, LD 122, “An Act To Standardize Pints of Beer Sold in Maine,” as amended by the state’s Veteran’s and Legal Affairs committee, clarifies that the law is only applicable when the beer seller represents in written form to patrons that they are selling beer by the pint. It also directs liquor inspectors to add this enforcement to a punch list of things to review when on-site.

The bill will now go to the Governor for his signature.