The Alabama Legislature is officially off to the races, with lawmakers reconvening this week and wasting no time filing a wide range of bills – 449 to be exact. As is typical in the opening days of session, proposals span…
As we prepare for the 2026 Alabama Legislative Session, we want to provide an early look at the issues most likely to affect retailers. The session begins January 13, a slightly earlier start due to the 2026 election cycle. With…
As Alabama lawmakers wrapped up their 2025 regular session, a wave of legislation emerged with direct implications for retailers across the state. From tax reforms designed to ease the burden on consumers and businesses, to modern updates in labor, pharmacy,…
Bill to Cut Sales Tax on Groceries Sent to Governor On Tuesday, the Senate passed HB386 which reduces the state sales and use tax rate on groceries from 3% to 2%, effective September 1, 2025. The bill was amended in…
Increase In Sales Tax Holiday Caps Headed to Governor A bill to adjust the exemption limits for goods during Alabama’s two annual sales tax holidays has successfully passed the Senate and is now on its way to the Governor for…
House Passes Bill Allowing Ready-to-Drink Beverages in Grocery and Convenience Stores A bill that allows ready-to-drink spirits to be sold alongside beer and wine in grocery stores and gas stations passed in the Alabama House on Tuesday. Sponsored by Rep….
Ready-to-Drink Bills on Tap Bills to allow for the sale of mixed liquor beverages at grocery and convenience stores are being considered by the Alabama Legislature. SB268, by Sen. Bobby Singleton, D-Greensboro, was substituted and amended by the Senate Tourism…
The countdown is on. Only 9 legislative meeting days remain in this session. Lawmakers have begun moving the budgets and other key legislation. Catch up on the latest below. PBM Bill Awaits the Governor’s Signature This week, the House approved…
The second half of the legislative session is upon us and bills are moving quickly. Catch up on the latest action below. Bills to Raise Limits on Sales Tax Holiday Items Receive Favorable Committee Votes Bills to adjust the caps…
After a weeklong hiatus, the Legislature returned to Montgomery in full swing. Catch up on the latest below. Bills to Cut Taxes Sail Through the House A $192 million tax cut package sponsored by Rep. Danny Garrett, R-Trussville, received bipartisan…