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HB 408ALABAMASession 2026rsState BillBecame law
Enacted

Alabaster City Council authorized to establish up to two entertainment districts allowing open containers

Original title: City of Alabaster; entertainment districts authorized

Last action · March 3, 2026: EnactedSponsor: Russell Bedsole

Companion · SB 275same policy, Senate version
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What This Bill Does

The City of Alabaster is authorized to establish up to two s by ordinance, allowing patrons to carry open containers of alcoholic beverages within those specific boundaries starting June 1, 2026. s within the districts may obtain special permits for on-premises consumption, while outside alcohol and carrying drinks between licensed establishments are prohibited.

Why it matters

Local businesses and residents within designated entertainment zones in Alabaster face new rules regarding public alcohol consumption, permit requirements, and municipal penalties for violations.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Alabaster City Council

Gains the authority to establish, regulate, and enforce up to two entertainment districts by ordinance.

Directly affected

Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board licensees

Eligible to obtain an entertainment district permit allowing patrons to exit premises with open containers.

Directly affected

Residents and visitors in Alabaster

Permitted to carry open containers of alcoholic beverages within the confines of designated entertainment districts during operating hours.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many entertainment districts can the City of Alabaster create?
The city may establish no more than two s, each in an area not exceeding one-half mile by one-half mile.
Can I bring my own alcoholic beverages into an Alabaster entertainment district?
No. The ordinance prohibits persons other than s from bringing open or closed containers of alcohol acquired outside the district into the district during operating hours.
Can I walk from one bar to another with an open drink?
No. Patrons may not enter the premises of another licensee with open or closed containers of alcoholic beverages acquired elsewhere.

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Where This Stands

Current status: Became law.

Procedural history

17 actions
  1. Mar 3, 2026HouseEnrolled
    Enacted
  2. Feb 24, 2026HouseEnrolled
    Delivered to Governor
  3. Feb 24, 2026Senate
    Signature Requested
  4. Feb 24, 2026House
    Enrolled
  5. Feb 24, 2026House
    Ready to Enroll
  6. Feb 24, 2026SenateFloor
    Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass - Adopted Roll Call 532
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  1. Feb 24, 2026Senate
    Third Reading in Second House
  2. Feb 19, 2026Senate
    Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar
  3. Feb 18, 2026SenateCommittee
    Reported Out of Committee Second House
  4. Feb 17, 2026SenateCommittee
    Pending Committee Action in Second House
  5. Feb 17, 2026SenateIntroduced
    Read for the first time and referred to the Senate Committee on Shelby County Legislation
  6. Feb 17, 2026HouseFloor
    Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass - Adopted Roll Call 421
  7. Feb 17, 2026House
    Third Reading in House of Origin
  8. Feb 12, 2026House
    Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar
  9. Feb 12, 2026HouseCommittee
    Reported Out of Committee House of Origin
  10. Feb 10, 2026HouseCommittee
    Pending Committee Action in House of Origin
  11. Feb 10, 2026HouseIntroduced
    Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Shelby County Legislation

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Sponsors

Russell BedsoleHouse · District 49RepublicanPrimary sponsor

Connected Entities

Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, City of Alabaster, Shelby County and 1 more
OrganizationAlabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board“Licenses retail sellers of alcoholic beverages operating within the entertainmen”Map →
locationCity of Alabaster“Municipality granted authority to establish entertainment districts.”Map →
locationShelby County“Geographic area where the act applies.”Map →
OrganizationAlabaster City Council“Authorized to establish and regulate entertainment districts by ordinance.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

alison.legislature.state.al.us

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