HB401 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Tommy Hanes
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Hollywood, alcoholic beverages, Sunday sales
Summary: The Town of Hollywood in Jackson County could set Sunday hours for selling alcohol for licensed retailers serving the public.
What This Bill Does
It authorizes Hollywood’s town council to regulate and permit Sunday alcohol sales during hours it designates, for properly licensed retailers serving the general public in the town. The authority relies on licenses issued by the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and local town licenses. The act would take effect immediately after the governor approves it.

Who It Affects
Residents and visitors of the Town of Hollywood, who would be affected by the allowed Sunday alcohol sale hours as determined by the town council.
Licensed alcohol retailers serving the general public in Hollywood, who could operate under the town’s Sunday hours once authorized.

Key Provisions
Section 1 allows the Town of Hollywood's governing body to set Sunday hours for the sale of alcoholic beverages through properly licensed retailers serving the general public in Hollywood, by resolution.
Section 2 states the act becomes effective immediately after its passage and approval by the Governor (or otherwise becoming law).

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