Alcoholic Beverage Labeling Act of 1988

Summary

Amends the Public Health Service Act to require alcoholic beverages in commerce in the United States to have labels bearing a specified health warning, including that: (1) alcohol consumption during pregnancy cause birth defects; (2) alcohol consumption impairs ability to drive a car or operate machinery; (3) alcohol is hazardous in combination with some drugs; (4) alcohol can increase the risk of developing hypertension, liver disease, and cancer; and (5) alcohol may be addictive. Makes the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms the enforcing agency. Establishes civil penalties, exemptions, and liabilities.

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• Indefinitely postponed in Senate

  summary · EN · 22 October 1988

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• Reported to Senate with amendment(s)

  summary · EN · 11 October 1988

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 4 February 1988

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