Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee approved a bill that would allowing delivery of sealed beer, wine and liquor from grocery stores, restaurants and other licensed retailers to residences across the Alabama.
The bill, SB 126, would provide that the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board would handle the licensing of services allowed to deliver alcohol.
Rep. Gil Isbell (R), the prime sponsor, said, “Passing common sense rules for safe alcohol delivery in Alabama is smart all around – giving more options to consumers relying on delivery services while providing a boost to delivery workers and local retail businesses during a pivotal time. It’s time to pass legislation that responsibly gives consumers in Alabama the option for delivery of beer, wine, and spirits, just as states across the country have done.”