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Article: Diageo Backs Legislation to Ban 'Alcohol Without Liquid' (AWOL) Machines in Kentucky.

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April 3, 2008
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Applauds Legislature for Passing Bill to Eliminate Usage and Sale of Dangerous Devices

FRANKFORT, Ky., April 3, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Diageo, the world's leading spirits, wine, and beer company, and an industry leader in promoting responsible drinking, applauds Kentucky's legislature for approving a bill that will ban 'Alcohol Without Liquid' (AWOL) machines across the state. HB 202 aims to eliminate the sale and usage of the dangerous devices that vaporize alcohol and allow people to inhale the fumes.

"We applaud Kentucky's legislature for recognizing the dangers associated with AWOL machines. We call on other organizations, such as the Marin ...

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