HB495 Alabama 2022 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Van SmithRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2022

Title

Thorsby, alcoholic beverages, sale of draft or keg beer by retail licensees

Summary

Gives Thorsby's city government the power to allow ABC Board licensees to sell draft or keg beer in any container size for on-premises and off-premises consumption.

What This Bill Does

The City of Thorsby can, by resolution or ordinance, authorize the sale and distribution of draft and keg beer by retail licensees of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. The beer can be in any size container and may be sold for both on-premises and off-premises consumption. The law takes effect immediately after the governor approves it, or when it becomes law.

Who It Affects

• Retail licensees of the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board operating in Thorsby – may sell draft and keg beer in any container size for on- and off-premises consumption, subject to city resolutions/ordinances.
• Residents and visitors of Thorsby – could have greater access to a wider range of beer options for local purchases and consumption, depending on local rules.

Key Provisions

• The governing body of Thorsby may authorize the sale and distribution of draft and keg beer by retail licensees of the ABC Board in any size containers for on-premises and off-premises consumption.
• This authority applies specifically to the City of Thorsby in Chilton County.
• The authorization is enacted by resolution or ordinance of the city.
• The act becomes effective immediately after passage and approval by the Governor, or otherwise becoming law.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Thorsby