Washington Referendum Measure 36
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Washington Referendum Measure 36 (1973)
This Act lowers from 21 to 19 years the age at which a person may, without limitation as to purpose, purchase or consume alcoholic beverages and be admitted to establishments licensed by the state to sell such beverages. It also lowers from 21 to 18 the age at which a person may be employed to sell spirituous liquor, beer and wine in Class H licensed establishments. It further removes the present requirement for adult supervision of persons between 18 and 21 who sell beer and wine in establishments holding Class E and/or F licenses only (primarily grocery stores).
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Election Results
Votes | Percent | |
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No | 510491 | 50.74% |
Yes | 495624 | 49.26% |