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AL HB274

Bill

Status

Passed

4/21/2016

Primary Sponsor

Ronald Johnson

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Origin

House of Representatives

Regular Session 2016

AI Summary

  • Applies only to the Town of Kellyton in Coosa County and authorizes a local referendum on Sunday alcohol sales.

  • Kellyton's governing body may call a special election or hold the referendum at a subsequent municipal election to determine voter sentiment on Sunday alcohol sales.

  • Ballot question asks: "Do you favor the legal sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages within this municipality on Sunday after 1:00 P.M.?"

  • If a majority of voters approve, properly licensed retail sellers may legally sell or dispense alcoholic beverages on Sundays after 1:00 P.M. in compliance with state law and local ordinances.

  • Election notice must be published or posted at least three weeks in advance, election costs are paid from municipal general funds, and the Town may enact ordinances to regulate Sunday alcohol sales.

Legislative Description

Kellyton, alcoholic beverage Sunday sales, referendum

Coosa County

Last Action

Delivered to Governor at 9:30 a.m. on April 21, 2016.

4/21/2016

Committee Referrals

Local Legislation3/15/2016
Local Legislation2/23/2016

Full Bill Text

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