HB546 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Richard Lindsey
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: Heflin, alcoholic beverages, draft beer, sale under certain conditions, purchase or lease of necessary equipment required
Summary: HB546 lets the City of Heflin authorize the sale of draft beer by licensed clubs and retailers for on- or off-premises use, with required equipment purchases or leases for each seller.
What This Bill Does
The city may pass an ordinance to permit licensed clubs and retail licensees to sell draft beer for on-site or off-site consumption. If authorized, these establishments must follow their license terms and Alabama ABC Board rules when selling draft beer. Each establishment that sells draft beer must purchase or lease all equipment needed to sell the beer. The act applies only in the City of Heflin and becomes effective immediately after the governor signs it.

Who It Affects
Licensed clubs and other retail alcoholic beverage licensees in the City of Heflin that may be authorized to sell draft beer by local ordinance.
Establishments in Heflin licensed to sell draft beer, which must purchase or lease the necessary equipment to do so.

Key Provisions
The City of Heflin may, by ordinance, authorize the sale of draft beer (including keg beer or malt beverages) for on-premises or off-premises consumption by licensed clubs and other retail licensees.
Authorized establishments must sell or dispense draft beer in accordance with their license and Alabama ABC Board regulations.
Each establishment licensed to sell draft beer must purchase or lease all equipment necessary to sell the draft beer, keg beer, or malt beverages.
The act applies only to the City of Heflin in Cleburne County and 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: Cleburne County