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Utah could put Breathalyzer-type devices in bars

By Annie Knox
Published February 15, 2014 2:07am ET
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Utah could put Breathalyzer-type devices in bars
Zest's special events manager Lindsy Wing demonstrates their breathalyzer at Zest Kitchen & Bar Friday, Feb. 14, 2014, in Salt Lake City. Breathalyzers and similar devices could pop up in more bars across Utah under a coming proposal from Draper Republican Rep. Greg Hughes. The measure is still incubating, but it aims to cut down on drunk driving in Utah. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) | Rick Bowmer

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Bargoers weighing whether they’re sober enough to take the wheel could soon have a tool to help make that decision.

Breathalyzers and similar devices could pop up in more bars across Utah under a coming proposal from Draper Republican Rep. Greg Hughes. The measure is still incubating, but it aims to cut down on drunk driving in Utah.

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