RALEIGH — A bill introduced Monday in the North Carolina General Assembly could give people something to cheer about.
State Rep. Jason Saine, R-Lincoln, is pushing for the state to legalize happy hour.
A bill filed today by @JasonSaine97th would make happy hours legal in North Carolina @wsoctv pic.twitter.com/uKpHNV7guq
— Joe Bruno (@JoeBrunoWSOC9) February 13, 2023
House Bill 94 would allow bars and restaurants to get a permit for $100.
Establishments could offer discounts on drinks, and for multiple drinks to be sold for one price and provide cents-off coupons.
Happy hours are currently illegal in North Carolina.
The bill will be discussed over the coming months.
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