HB525 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Becky Nordgren
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Hokes Bluff, alcoholic beverage Sunday sales, referendum
Summary: HB525 lets Hokes Bluff voters decide in an election whether Sunday alcohol sales should be allowed in the city.
What This Bill Does
The bill authorizes the city to hold a special election (or use a future city election) to ask residents if Sunday alcohol sales should be permitted. If a majority votes Yes, Sunday sales could occur within the city limits for properly licensed licensees and would be subject to city regulation. If the vote is No, another election can be held after at least one year. The act takes effect immediately after the governor signs it.

Who It Affects
Voters in the City of Hokes Bluff who are eligible to vote in the local election, as they determine Sunday alcohol sales.
Alcoholic beverage licensees (ABC Board licensees) and the City Council, who would regulate and allow Sunday sales if the election passes.

Key Provisions
The City of Hokes Bluff may call an election to decide whether alcoholic beverages can be legally sold or dispensed on Sunday, with notice at least three weeks in advance and election costs paid from the city’s general fund.
The ballot asks: 'Do you favor the legal sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages within the City of Hokes Bluff seven days a week subject to regulation by the City Council?' with Yes/No options.
If a majority votes Yes, Sunday sales would be allowed within the city by ABC Board licensees and the city, and the City Council may enact ordinances to regulate Sunday sales.
If the election result is No, the city may hold another Sunday-sales election after at least one year.
The act is supplemental to existing city powers and becomes effective immediately upon governor’s approval.

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