I have driven through The Block countless times.

I haven’t been inside any of the strip clubs since I was in college.  And hopefully of age.

I am familiar with the Bada Bing club from watching The Sopranos.

And now I know how to draft a bill if there’s an enforcement problem with a liquor store in my district.

You may have read about the legislation that would close the bars on the Block at 10 pm, instead of 2 am.

As was no doubt the intent of the bill’s sponsor, Senate President Ferguson, the bill’s introduction prompted discussions and a compromise.

The amended bill was considered by the Alcohol Subcommittee of the Baltimore City House Delegation today.  I voted for it.

The next time I’m drafting a bill to address a problem with a liquor store in my district, I will begin by looking at the enforcement provisions in today’s bill.