HB444 Alabama 2018 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Joe LovvornRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2018
Title: Auburn, alcoholic beverages, Sunday sales upon approval of city council
Summary: HB 444 allows Auburn to authorize Sunday sale of alcohol for on-premises consumption if the city council approves the ordinance.
What This Bill Does
Gives Auburn the authority to permit Sunday sales of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption by retail ABC Board licensees within the city. Requires the City Council to pass an ordinance by a simple majority to authorize Sunday sales, same process as for other days of the week. The act adds to, rather than replaces, existing municipal powers and authorities. Takes effect immediately after the Governor signs it into law.

Who It Affects
On-premises alcohol licensees in Auburn (such as bars and restaurants) who could sell alcohol on Sundays if the city council approves the ordinance.
Auburn City Council and city officials who would vote on and implement any ordinance permitting Sunday alcohol sales.

Key Provisions
Section 2: The City Council may authorize and permit Sunday sale of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption by ordinance adopted by a simple majority.
Section 1: Applies only to the City of Auburn and to sale on Sundays by retail ABC Board licensees for on-premises consumption.
Section 3: The act is cumulative and does not repeal existing municipal powers.
Section 4: The act 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.
Subjects: Auburn