HB274 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Ron Johnson

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Kellyton, alcoholic beverage Sunday sales, referendum

Summary

HB274 allows Kellyton to hold a local election to decide whether Sunday alcohol sales are allowed after 1:00 PM.

What This Bill Does

It lets the Town of Kellyton hold a referendum to determine if alcoholic beverages can be sold or dispensed on Sundays within the town. If a majority votes Yes, licensed retailers serving the general public may sell or dispense alcoholic beverages on Sundays after 1:00 PM under state law and ABC Board regulations. The election is run like other municipal elections, with notice at least three weeks beforehand and the cost paid from the town's general fund; the town may regulate Sunday sales by ordinance and the act adds to existing powers without repealing them. The act takes effect immediately after the governor signs it.

Who It Affects

• Qualified voters in the Town of Kellyton who reside within the town limits, who will vote in the Sunday sales referendum.
• Licensed alcohol retailers serving the general public in Kellyton, who could be allowed to sell or dispense alcohol on Sundays after 1:00 PM if the voters approve.

Key Provisions

• Ballot asks voters whether alcoholic beverages can be legally sold or dispensed on Sundays within the municipality after 1:00 PM.
• If the majority votes Yes, Sunday sales are allowed for licensees serving the general public after 1:00 PM under applicable laws and regulations.
• Election notice must be published or posted at least three weeks before the election; the election cost is paid from the town's general fund.
• The Town of Kellyton may enact ordinances to regulate Sunday sales.
• The act is cumulative to existing powers and becomes law immediately upon governor's approval.

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Subjects

Coosa County