HB782 Alabama 2012 Session
Summary
- Primary Sponsor
Charles O. NewtonRepublican- Session
- Regular Session 2012
- Title
- Butler Co., sale of draft or keg beer by properly licensed retail licensees, authorized
- Summary
In Butler County, the sale of draft or keg beer for on‑premises consumption would be allowed for licensed retailers only if the county votes to approve it.
What This Bill DoesThe bill authorizes licensed Alabama ABC Board retailers in Butler County to sell draft beer, on‑premises, previously restricted to other formats, but only after a majority vote by the Butler County Commission approves the change. It applies only within Butler County. It becomes effective immediately after the governor signs it or after it becomes law.
Who It Affects- Butler County residents and visitors, depending on whether the County Commission approves the local option
- Licensed Alabama ABC Board retailers in Butler County that would be allowed to sell draft or keg beer for on‑premises consumption if approved
Key ProvisionsAI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.- Geographic limit: applies only in Butler County
- Local option: sale for on‑premises consumption of draft/keg beer or malt beverages is authorized only if a majority of the Butler County Commission approves
- Effective date: becomes effective immediately following the governor's approval or the act becoming law
- Subjects
- Butler County
Bill Actions
Forwarded to Governor on May 16, 2012 at 5:45 p. m. on May 16, 2012.
Assigned Act No. 2012-542.
Clerk of the House Certification
Enrolled
Signature Requested
Passed Second House
Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass adopted Roll Call 1434
Third Reading Passed
Read for the second time and placed on the calendar
Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Local Legislation No. 1
Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass adopted Roll Call 1383
Third Reading Passed
Read for the second time and placed on the calendar
Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Local Legislation
Bill Text
Votes
Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass
Documents
Source: Alabama Legislature