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CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — Nevada lawmakers have approved a bill that would ban powdered alcohol in the state.
Assembly members voted to approve SB464 on a 34-8 vote on Friday. The measure passed unanimously out of the Senate earlier in April.
The original bill would have granted underage drinkers some immunity from criminal charges if they report a medical emergency involving themselves or another person.
The measure was amended to include a ban on the sale or possession of powdered alcohol. Supporters said they're not aware of any Nevada stores selling the substance, but wanted to take a proactive stance in prohibiting it.
Powdered alcohol is a beverage mix that can be blended with a liquid to create an alcoholic drink. It's banned in six states and heavily regulated in several others.
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