HB267 Alabama 2018 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: James E. Buskey
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2018
Title: Mobile Co., alcoholic beverage, Sunday sales, muns. and co. authorized to commence at 10:00 a.m.
Summary: HB 267 lets local governments in Mobile County authorize on-premises Sunday alcohol sales to begin at 10:00 a.m.
What This Bill Does
The bill gives the governing bodies of municipalities in Mobile County and the Mobile County Commission for unincorporated areas the authority to approve Sunday sales of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption starting at 10:00 a.m. It is supplemental to existing laws and does not repeal other rules unless there is a direct conflict. It becomes effective immediately after the Governor signs it.

Who It Affects
Local governments in Mobile County (municipalities and the Mobile County Commission for unincorporated areas) would decide whether to allow Sunday alcohol service starting at 10:00 a.m.
Residents, patrons, and staff of on-premises alcohol-serving businesses (like restaurants and bars) in Mobile County could see earlier Sunday hours for alcohol service if their local government chooses to allow them.

Key Provisions
Section 1: Applies only to Mobile County.
Section 2: Allows the governing body of any municipality within the county or the Mobile County Commission for the unincorporated areas to authorize Sunday on-premises alcohol sales beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Section 3: The act is supplemental and shall not repeal other laws except to the extent of any direct conflict with this act.
Section 4: This act becomes effective immediately after the Governor signs it.

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