Bill extending bar hours during World Cup games wins GA approval

THE GENERAL Assembly on Thursday passed legislation that extends the hours for legal liquor sales at bars and restaurants during select matches of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. / PBN FILE PHOTO/CASSIUS SHUMAN

PROVIDENCE – Last call at bars and restaurants will be extended to the final whistle during some matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, under a bill approved by the General Assembly on Thursday.  The legislation introduced by Rep. Joshua J. Giraldo, D-Central Falls, and Sen. Matthew L. LaMountain, D-Warwick, allows liquor sales at bars and

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