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AL SB234
Bill
AI Summary
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Retailers of alcoholic beverages, tobacco/vape products, or consumable hemp products that violate age verification laws must implement digital or card swipe technology to verify customers are at least 21 years old
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Approved verification methods include secure digital systems on customer mobile devices using driver license data, or card swipe devices that read the magnetic strip or barcode of state-issued IDs
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Any retailer selling age-restricted products may voluntarily use these verification technologies, even without a prior violation
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Effective date: October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Proof of Age; require certain retailers to use digital or card-swipe technology to verify customer age at point of sale
Alcoholic Beverages & Tobacco
Last Action
Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar
2/12/2026