AUSTIN, Texas — (KEYE-TV) - New legislation introduced in the Texas House would repeal so-called "blue laws" and allow liquor stores to open on Sunday.
State Rep. Richard Peña Raymond, D-Laredo, has introduced House Bill 1100, which would allow package stores (a.k.a. liquor stores) to be open seven days a week.
The bill would also allow the stores to operate between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and noon to 10 p.m. on Sunday.
"Allowing Sunday sales in Texas is long overdue. I’ve heard from many constituents – including small business owners – who have asked me to file this bill to let the free market be free,’’ Raymond said. “Now is the time for Texas to repeal this outdated law."
