Osage Nation Revamps Liquor Laws for Safer, Fairer Boozing
Published Date: 8/25/2025
Notice
Summary
The Osage Nation just updated its Liquor Control Ordinance, replacing the old rules from 2004 with fresh, clearer ones. This affects anyone who sells, serves, or drinks alcohol on Osage lands, making sure everything stays safe and fair. The new rules kick in right away, so businesses and folks should get ready to follow them and keep the good times rolling responsibly!
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Sellers and Servers Must Follow New Rules
If you sell or serve alcohol on Osage Nation lands, the Osage Nation has replaced its 2004 Liquor Control Ordinance (originally enacted August 4, 2004) with a new ordinance that takes effect right away. Businesses and staff who sell or serve alcohol should prepare to follow the updated rules immediately.
Drinking on Osage Lands Now Under New Rules
If you drink alcohol on Osage Nation lands, the Nation has adopted a new Liquor Control Ordinance that supersedes the ordinance enacted on August 4, 2004 and takes effect right away. The notice says the updated rules are intended to keep alcohol use on Osage lands safe and fair.
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