SB279 Alabama 2018 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

William “Bill” M. BeasleySenator

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2018

Title

Union Springs, alcoholic beverages, Sunday sales authorized, referendum required

Summary

The bill would let Union Springs authorize Sunday off-premises alcohol sales after 1:00 p.m., but only if voters approve in a city referendum.

What This Bill Does

It allows properly licensed Alcoholic Beverage Control Board retailers in Union Springs to sell alcohol for off-site consumption after 1:00 p.m. on Sundays, subject to a future referendum. The City Council must hold a referendum at the next general election, and the city pays the costs. If a majority votes yes, Sunday sales after 1:00 p.m. become allowed; if not, such sales are not allowed and a second referendum cannot be held within 12 months of a failed measure.

Who It Affects

• Voters in Union Springs, who will vote in the referendum to decide whether Sunday off-premises alcohol sales after 1:00 p.m. are allowed.
• Licensed alcohol retailers in Union Springs (ABC Board licensees), who could sell alcohol off-premises after 1:00 p.m. on Sundays if the referendum passes.

Key Provisions

• Authorizes off-premises sale of alcoholic beverages after 1:00 p.m. on Sundays within Union Springs by properly licensed ABC Board retailers.
• Requires the City Council to hold a referendum at the next general election; the city pays the referendum costs; if a majority votes in favor, Sunday after-1:00 p.m. sales are authorized.
• If the referendum fails, such sales are not authorized and a second referendum cannot be held within 12 months after the failed vote.
• The act becomes effective immediately after governor approval or as otherwise provided by law.

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

Subjects

Union Springs