Comment 0410412

From: sharondwife@comcast.net
Sent: Friday, July 15, 2005 2:25 PM
To: Rulemaking, TTB
Subject: Notice No. 41: Labeling and Advertising of Wines, Distilled
Spirits and Malt Beverages

U.S.  TTB 

Dear U.S.  TTB,

I believe that information like serving size and alcohol per serving should be provided on beer, wine and spirits packages.
However, the federal government is not currently allowing voluntary disclosure of this factual information on bottles. Information on product content is required to be printed on the packaging for food, nonalcohol beverages, medicines and even dietary supplements. There is no reason that alcoholic beverages should be precluded from this group. Some may argue that it is even more important than many other consumable products as it would foster responsible decision making.                  I urge you to allow companies that make and sell beer, wine and spirits to include basic serving facts on their labels. Thank you very much for your consideration. Sincerely,

Charles O'Dell
3646 San Sebastian Ct.
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950-7846 cc: Representative Mark Foley
Senator Bill Nelson
Senator Mel Martinez
Director Pat Parmer