Bill Would Lower Drinking Age On Military Bases

A recent proposal by a Georgia lawmaker could make Beaufort-area Marines and sailors want to stay on base a little more. U.S. Rep. Jack Kingston, R-Ga., introduced a bill, HR 5958, on July 29 that would allow 18-year-old, active-duty service members to purchase and consume beer and wine by the glass at on-base restaurants, enlisted clubs and other events. Purchases of beer and wine at base exchanges and convenience stores still would be prohibited, according to the bill. Kingston, whose congressional district includes Savannah, believes someone mature enough to fight for the country in a ti

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