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We’re just completely opening up the whole state to alcohol -- every family, every home, every block.

Alabama state Rep. Arthur Payne, during a lengthy debate over a bill that made it the 49th state to allow residents to brew beer in their homes. Mississippi legalized home brewing shortly after.

Alabama state Rep. Arthur Payne, during a lengthy debate over a bill that made it the 49th state to allow residents to brew beer in their homes. Mississippi legalized home brewing shortly after.

Brian Peteritas is a GOVERNING contributor.
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