SB480 Alabama 2013 Session

Updated Feb 25, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Jerry L. Fielding
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2013
Title: Talladega Co., alcoholic beverages, Sunday sales authorized under certain conditions
Summary: In Sylacauga, voters would decide whether Sunday sales of alcoholic beverages are allowed in the city.
What This Bill Does
SB480 lets Sylacauga hold an election to determine if alcoholic beverages can be sold or dispensed on Sundays within the city limits. If voters say Yes, licensed sellers could legally sell alcohol on Sundays after 12:00 noon, or after 8:00 a.m. on Sundays when a major Talladega Superspeedway racing event is held, under applicable laws and city rules. If voters say No, Sunday sales would not be allowed after 2:00 a.m. on Sundays, unless state law or a future election changes that. The city would pay the election costs and could regulate Sunday sales by ordinance.

Who It Affects
Voters in the City of Sylacauga: decide Yes/No on whether Sunday alcohol sales are allowed.
Licensed alcohol sellers serving the general public in Sylacauga: could sell on Sundays if the electionOutcome is Yes.
City government and residents of Sylacauga: election costs are paid by the city; the city may implement local regulations if Sunday sales are authorized.

Key Provisions
The act applies only to the City of Sylacauga in Talladega County.
The voters may authorize Sunday alcohol sales through a local election, with a ballot that asks whether to allow Sunday sale after noon or after 8:00 a.m. on Sundays with Talladega Superspeedway events.
If the majority votes Yes, Sunday sales may occur by licensed ABC Board licensees serving the general public after the specified times, following all laws and city regulations; the city may regulate Sunday sales by ordinance.
If the majority votes No, Sunday sales are prohibited after 2:00 a.m. on Sundays unless later authorized by law or another election; election costs are funded from the city's general fund; the act becomes effective after governor approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Talladega County