Which agency enforces the liquor hours and licensing regulations described?

• A. Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC)
• B. Texas Department of Public Safety
• C. Department of State Health Services
• D. Department of Licensing and Regulation

Answer: (A)

Liquor hours and licensing regulations are handled by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. This agency is dedicated to regulating alcoholic beverages in Texas, which includes issuing and renewing licenses for sellers and manufacturers, setting permissible operating hours, and enforcing the alcohol laws through inspections and penalties. The other agencies focus on different areas: the Department of Public Safety covers broad law enforcement and safety, the Department of State Health Services handles public health and health inspections, and the Department of Licensing and Regulation oversees various trades and professions but not alcohol licensing. So the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission is the correct authority for liquor hours and licensing.