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The hops are finally free
It’s been reported that Governor Riley has signed HB373, the Gourmet Beer Bill, into law this morning. We’d like to thank the Governor for supporting this basic freedom for beer enthusiasts across the state.
This has been one of the best run positive grassroots campaign I’ve ever seen. It serves as a perfect example of what to do when trying to effect political change.
It also serves as a perfect example of an effective online campaign. Not only the website, but social networking made a lot of difference.
Finally, the Hops could have never been freed if not for the work of thousands of people across Alabama. Congratulations to each and every one of you for a job very well done.
Tweet the Hops
We’re in the final stretch to pass the Free the Hops bill. The legislation has made it through both chambers at the State House and now it needs Governor Riley’s signature before Monday. Please contact Governor Riley to urge his support of Alabama’s Gourmet Beer Bill.
Rocket City Brewfest draws thousands
ALRLC members were busy working to Free the Hops over the weekend. While AL-RLC Secretary Shana Kluck and member Austin Wilkes were working the Free The Hops booth, media director Stephen Gordon was tweeting event updates to the cell phones of event participants and others around the state who couldn’t attend the event. He was also interviewed by Huntsville’s WAFF 48 News. Video on the news coverage is located here and at the sidebar.
