SB478 Summary

• Applies only to the City of Lincoln in Talladega County and authorizes the city's governing body to call an election within 30 days to determine voter sentiment on Sunday alcohol sales.

• If a majority votes "Yes," licensed alcoholic beverage vendors may sell or dispense alcohol on Sundays after 12:00 P.M. (noon) or after 8:00 A.M. on Sundays with major racing events at Talladega Superspeedway.

• If a majority votes "No," alcohol sales on Sunday are prohibited after 2:00 A.M., except as otherwise authorized by law or subsequent election.

• Election procedures follow standard municipal election rules with the city paying all costs, and voters must receive at least three weeks' notice through publication or posting at city hall.

• The city may enact ordinances to regulate Sunday alcohol sales, and the act becomes effective immediately upon gubernatorial approval or becoming law.