HB164 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Thomas JacksonRepresentative
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: Thomaston, alcoholic beverages, Sunday sales
Summary: The bill allows Sunday sales of certain alcoholic beverages in the Town of Thomaston, with local rules to regulate them.
What This Bill Does
Authorizes the sale of alcoholic beverages on Sundays within Thomaston's corporate limits. The town council can pass ordinances to regulate and permit Sunday sales for properly licensed ABC Board retail licensees who operate as responsible vendors. The law takes effect immediately after the Governor signs it.

Who It Affects
Retail businesses in Thomaston that hold an Alcoholic Beverage Control Board license and want to sell alcohol on Sundays may be allowed to do so if the town enacts an ordinance.
Residents and visitors in Thomaston who purchase alcohol on Sundays from permitted outlets.

Key Provisions
Section 2 authorizes Sunday sales of alcoholic beverages within Thomaston's corporate limits.
The town governing body may regulate and permit Sunday sales through ordinances for properly licensed ABC Board retailers who are responsible vendors.
Section 3 provides immediate effectiveness upon Governor's approval.

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Subjects: Marengo County