HB26 Alabama 2016 1st Special Session Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Mack N. ButlerRepresentative
Republican
Session: First Special Session 2016
Title: Southside, alcoholic beverages Sunday sales, referendum
Summary: HB26 would let Southside voters decide, in a local election, whether Sunday alcoholic beverage sales are allowed in the city.
What This Bill Does
The City of Southside can hold a referendum to determine if Sunday sales are legal. If a majority votes Yes, Sunday sales would be permitted by licensed retailers within the city limits and regulated by the City Council. The election is funded by the city, open only to qualified city voters, and the council can pass ordinances to regulate Sunday sales; the act takes effect once the governor signs it.

Who It Affects
Qualified voters residing within the City of Southside (in Etowah and Calhoun Counties) who will vote on the referendum.
Alcoholic beverage licensees operating in Southside who could sell or dispense alcohol on Sundays if the referendum passes.

Key Provisions
Applies only to the City of Southside in Etowah and Calhoun Counties.
The city council may call a Sunday-sales election by resolution to determine voters' sentiment.
Ballot question asks whether to permit legal Sunday sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages subject to city regulation.
Election held as a special election or at a subsequent city election; notice published or posted at least three weeks before the election; costs paid from the city general fund.
Only qualified city voters may vote in the election.
If the majority votes Yes, Sunday sales are allowed within the city by ABC Board licensees and the city; the council may regulate Sunday sales by ordinance.
Provisions are cumulative and do not repeal existing city powers.
Effective date: 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: Etowah County