HB16 Alabama 2015 2nd Special Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Isaac Whorton
Republican
Session: Second Special Session 2015
Title: Lanett, alcoholic beverages, Sunday sales under certain conditions
Summary: In Lanett, Sunday alcohol sales after 12:00 p.m. can be allowed if voters approve in a city referendum and the city council sets the rules.
What This Bill Does
Allows Lanett to hold a referendum to decide whether Sunday sales after noon should be permitted. If a majority approves, the city council may permit sales and consumption on Sundays after noon by licensed retailers, and may regulate which licensees can sell and whether the sale is for on-site or off-site consumption. The referendum is paid for by the city, and a second referendum cannot be held within 12 months if the first fails. The act takes effect once Governor approves it.

Who It Affects
Voters in the City of Lanett, who will decide via referendum whether Sunday alcohol sales after noon are allowed.
Retail alcohol licensees in Lanett, who could be authorized to sell on Sundays after noon if the referendum passes and subject to city council regulations (which licensees, and sale type).

Key Provisions
Section 1 limits the act to the City of Lanett in Chambers County.
Section 2 allows Sunday sales after 12:00 p.m. if approved by referendum and regulated by the city council for licensees and sale type (on-site vs off-site).
Section 3 requires a referendum; if a majority votes in favor, the city council may permit Sunday sales after noon.
Section 4 describes how the referendum will be held, who pays for it (the city), and that a second referendum cannot occur within 12 months if the first fails.
Section 5 states the act becomes effective immediately after Governor approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Alcoholic Beverages