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Wis. Lawmaker Wants to Stop Minors from Drinking with Parents
August 22, 2003

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Rep. John Ainsworth (R-Shawano) wants to change a Wisconsin law that allows children to consume alcoholic drinks at bars as long as their parents are present, the Associated Press reported Aug. 20.

Ainsworth's bill would only allow individuals age 18 and older to drink in bars if accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The legal drinking age in Wisconsin is 21, but the current law permits parents to take their children to a bar and serve them alcohol, regardless of their age.

The Wisconsin Restaurant Association opposes Ainsworth's bill. Paul Merline of the association said responsible drinking can be an important educational experience for a child.

Merline added that tavern and restaurant owners have the option not to serve alcohol to anyone under age 21, even if a parent is present.

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