Alaska HB155 allows local communities to vote on restrictions or prohibitions on alcohol sales and possession.

HB155 amends Alaska alcohol laws to allow local communities to vote on restrictions or prohibitions on alcohol sales and possession. If a majority of voters approve a local option to restrict or prohibit alcohol sales, certain licenses and permits cannot be issued, renewed, or transferred. The bill also allows municipalities to adopt ordinances governing alcohol importation, sale, and consumption, and permits municipalities to operate alcohol sales premises. The changes take effect January 1, 2026.

Alaska HB155 allows local communities to vote on restrictions or prohibitions on alcohol sales and possession.

HB155 amends Alaska alcohol laws to allow local communities to vote on restrictions or prohibitions on alcohol sales and possession. If a majority of voters approve a local option to restrict or prohibit alcohol sales, certain licenses and permits cannot be issued, renewed, or transferred. The bill also allows municipalities to adopt ordinances governing alcohol importation, sale, and consumption, and permits municipalities to operate alcohol sales premises. The changes take effect January 1, 2026.