HB561 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Marcel Black
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: Sheffield, alcoholic beverages, Sunday sales authorized
Summary: The bill lets Sheffield set Sunday hours for selling alcoholic beverages through local ordinance.
What This Bill Does
It authorizes the City of Sheffield to regulate and permit Sunday alcohol sales by properly licensed retailers serving the general public, with hours determined by the city governing body. Sales would occur only during those hours and by retailers licensed with the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and the City of Sheffield. The act becomes effective immediately after the governor signs it into law.

Who It Affects
Residents and visitors of Sheffield who may purchase alcoholic beverages on Sundays during the hours set by the city.
Sheffield's local government and ABC-licensed retailers who will regulate, permit, and implement Sunday alcohol sales through local ordinance.

Key Provisions
Section 1 authorizes Sheffield's governing body to regulate and permit Sunday alcohol sales during certain hours for the general public by properly licensed retailers.
Sales must be conducted by licensees who hold valid ABC Board and city licenses and operate within Sheffield.
Section 2 the act becomes effective immediately upon the 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.
Subjects: Sheffield