Wal-Mart sues Texas over its liquor sale law

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. has sued the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, challenging an alcoholic beverage law that prohibits publicly traded companies from selling liquor in the state.

According to the Dallas Morning News, the Arkansas-based company says Wal-Mart and Sam's Club stores together make up the largest retailer of beer and wine in Texas, so they want to sell spirits too.

“Our Texas customers want added convenience when shopping for adult beverages. However, the current law prohibits publicly-owned businesses such as Wal-Mart from offering spirits to its customers,” said Wal-Mart spokesman Lorenzo Lopez.

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