New Rhode Island law will require bars, restaurants to provide drink lids on request

(WJAR) — Rhode Island bars and other establishments that serve alcohol will soon be required to offer drink lids to customers who request them under a new law signed by Gov. Dan McKee.

Supporters say the measure is designed to help prevent drink tampering and give patrons added peace of mind.

“Every time I want to go to the bathroom, I’m like, wait, I don’t want to leave my drink alone,” Providence resident Maggie Weeks said.

State Sen. Pamela Lauria, one of the bill’s sponsors, said stories from Rhode Islanders helped drive the legislation…

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