Massachusetts is giving cities and towns the green light to relax their alcohol rules this summer, with Gov. Maura Healey on Monday signing into law bills that allow for a later last call and outdoor drinking zones. Now some are wondering if bringing back “happy hour” could be the next step for the state.
Appearing on WEEI’s Greg Hill Show Tuesday, the governor was asked if she’d support legalizing happy hour again. Massachusetts banned the sale of discounted alcoholic drinks at bars and restaurants more than 40 years ago after a string of deadly drunk driving crashes.
“I personally support happy hour,” Healey replied, saying it’s “one thing” the state could try as a way to keep young people from moving away…