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"The time is right to look at all liquor legislation and form policies that address all needs and concerns," said Biesinger of Pentad Properties. "Without a comprehensive review, liquor laws will continue to be a problem."
But reform is far from imminent.
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How Utah compares
Although Utah lawmakers recently created 90 additional restaurant licenses, the state still has the lowest number of bar and eatery permits among liquor-control states.
Here’s the breakdown in the West for retail outlets per 1,000 adults age 21 and over, the legal age to imbibe:
Utah » .92
Idaho » 1.11
California » 1.65
Washington » 1.67
Oregon » 2.37
Wyoming » 3.13
Montana » 3.4
Source: National Alcohol Beverage Control Association
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Said Senate President Michael Waddoups, R-Taylorsville: "The sky isn’t falling. We’re right where we need to be. We’re a liquor-control state — and we will remain a control state."
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