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OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahomans for Modern Laws on Wednesday filed paperwork indicating it will seek a vote of the people to let grocery and convenience stores sell cold, strong beer and wine.

The paperwork was filed with the Oklahoma Secretary of State.

The measure must withstand a protest period. If it clears such a period, supporters of State Question 783 would have 90 days to collect 123,725 signatures.

The action comes as lawmakers attempt to craft a proposed constitutional amendment and change laws to allow grocery and convenience stores to sell cold, strong beer and wine.

Brian Howe, director of Oklahomans for Modern Laws, said if approved by voters, the measure also would allow the direct shipment of wine.

In addition, the measure could result in additional outlets for craft beer sellers, Howe said.

Senate Appropriations Chairman Clark Jolley, R-Edmond, said he thinks Oklahomans for Modern Laws filed the petition because of concerns the Legislature will not get the job done and they would be left with nothing.

Jolley said he doesn’t view the petition as being in competition with efforts in the Legislature because both are trying to accomplish the same thing.