Cox (HB 578) Act No. 184
New law provides that the governing authority for the city of Mansfield may submit to the
voters in any election properly held a proposition that would determine whether or not the
business of selling alcoholic beverages in a restaurant may be conducted and licensed only
within the incorporated limits of the municipality.
New law provides for definitions including requirements to qualify as a "restaurant" for
purposes of being licensed and provides that application procedures, qualifications, and all
licensing and permit requirements for a restaurant "R" permit shall apply.
New law provides for the language of the proposition to be voted on and provides that a
majority vote cast on the proposition by the residents of the municipality shall determine the
issue.
Effective upon signature of governor (May 22, 2014).
(Adds R.S. 26:600)