Brown Bagging Policy (Brought-From-Home Alcohol)


Patrons bringing their own alcoholic beverages to consume on-site. TABC allows this in certain establishments if the business doesn’t hold a liquor license, but TXDSHS still requires safe environment for any accompanied food.

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