HB404 Alabama 2018 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Alan BakerRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2018

Title

Atmore, alcoholic beverages, Sunday sales

Summary

HB 404 lets the City of Atmore set Sunday hours for selling and serving alcoholic beverages by licensed businesses in the city.

What This Bill Does

Allows Atmore's City Council to regulate and set Sunday hours for alcohol sales and dispensing. Hours are determined by the City Council. Only licensees with valid ABC Board licenses issued under Section 28-3A-3, who serve the general public, may sell or dispense alcohol on Sundays in Atmore.

Who It Affects

• Alcoholic beverage licensees in Atmore (bars, restaurants, stores) that sell alcohol, who may operate on Sundays during the hours set by the City Council.
• Residents and visitors of Atmore who may purchase alcohol on Sundays within the hours set by the City Council.

Key Provisions

• The City Council may regulate and set Sunday hours for the sale and dispensing of alcoholic beverages.
• Only properly licensed licensees—those holding licenses issued pursuant to Section 28-3A-3 by the ABC Board and the City of Atmore—may sell or dispense alcohol on Sundays.
• Sales must be to the general public within Atmore.
• The act becomes effective immediately after it is passed and approved by the Governor.

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

Subjects

Atmore