HB464 Alabama 2018 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Chris BlackshearRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2018

Title

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, manufacturer licenses, sale of liquor produced on site for off-premises consumption, amount increased, Sec. 28-3A-6 am'd.

Summary

HB 464 would raise the daily limit on off-premises liquor sales by on-site manufacturers from 750 milliliters to 4.5 liters per customer.

What This Bill Does

The bill amends the law to allow manufacturer-licensees to sell up to 4.5 liters of liquor per customer per day for off-premises consumption, instead of 750 milliliters. Sales must occur on the manufacturer's licensed premises, be in properly sealed and labeled containers, and be subject to applicable taxes. Manufacturers must keep records of all off-premises sales for three years. The act takes effect immediately after the governor signs it into law.

Who It Affects

• Manufacturers licensed by the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board that produce liquor on their premises: can sell up to 4.5 liters per customer per day for off-premises use (up from 750 milliliters).
• Consumers buying liquor off-premises from those manufacturers: may purchase up to 4.5 liters per customer per day.

Key Provisions

• Increase off-premises liquor sale limit for manufacturer licensees from 750 milliliters to 4.5 liters per customer per day.
• Sales must occur on the manufacturer's licensed premises and be in original containers approved for fill, with appropriate labeling and taxation.
• Manufacturers must maintain records of all off-premises liquor sales for three years.
• The act becomes effective immediately upon passage and approval 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

Alcoholic Beverage Control Board