‘Don’t get roofied!’ RI House, Senate pass legislation to make bars offer anti-drugging drink lids

By: Christopher Shea

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: May 20, 2026

Words: 669

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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Despite objections from the hospitality industry, legislation that would require Rhode Island bars and nightclubs to provide drink lids to patrons to prevent spiking overwhelmingly passed in the House and Senate Tuesday.

Slightly differing bills sponsored by Sen. Pamela Lauria, a Barrington Democrat, and Rep. June Speakman, a Warren Democrat, both mandate that licensed establishments with liquor consumption on the premises offer tamper-proof lids with a seal upon a customer’s request starting Jan. …

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